Table 2.
Device | Flow (L/minute) | Achievable FiO2 |
---|---|---|
Nasal cannula | 3–6 | Maximum ∼30% |
Simple mask | 6–8 | Maximum ∼60% |
Rebreathing mask | 10–12 | Maximum ∼80% |
Nonrebreather mask | 12–15 | Maximum ∼95% |
High-flow nasal cannula | 25–60 | 40–100% |
Intubation | 30–40 | Any FiO2 |