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My husband is on 3l of oxygen for pulmonary fibrosis, with that his sats are 90-94%. is that normal?

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NO: It's adequate but normal oxygen for healthy people on room air is >95%. People on oxygen should use the smallest amount (liter per minute) that gets them >90%. Many people can use a smaller amount at rest and a higher flow with exercise.

Answered 10/7/2014

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