Question

An infant with bronchiolitis has intermittent desaturations to 89% but remains ≥92% after suctioning. When is oxygen recommended?

Accepted Answer

Provide supplemental oxygen only if persistent SpO₂ <90%

Answer

Always give oxygen if SpO₂ <95%

Answer

Intubate at SpO₂ 92%

Answer

Nebulized albuterol is first-line

Answer

Chest physiotherapy routine

Practice question

An infant with bronchiolitis has intermittent desaturations to 89% but remains ≥92% after suctioning. When is oxygen recommended?