Veterinary Oxygen Therapy: Flow Rates and Delivery Devices

By Dr. Zubair Khalid, DVM, MS, PhD · 2026-08-11

Key Takeaways

• The primary objective of veterinary oxygen therapy is to increase alveolar partial pressure of oxygen (PAO2) to elevate arterial oxygen content, with a target SpO2 of 94% to 98% for most patients. This is achieved by increasing the fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) to overcome ventilation-perfusion mismatches or inadequate alveolar ventilation.
• Oxygen delivery device selection and flow rate calculation are dictated by patient size, respiratory pattern, and device dead space, as these factors influence the actual FiO2 delivered due to room air entrainment. Flow rates must be scaled to patient size to achieve adequate oxygen enrichment, with higher flows required for larger or tachypneic animals.
• Initial flow rate recommendations vary by species and device, with dogs often requiring 50 to 100 mL/kg/min via mask or flow-by, and cats 1 to 3 L/min via mask or flow-by. High-flow nasal oxygen in dogs is typically 1 to 2 L/kg/min and can generate low-level positive airway pressure.
• Monitoring is critical, with pulse oximetry (SpO2) as the primary tool, supplemented by arterial blood gas analysis for definitive assessment of hypoxemia and ventilation. Capnography is essential for detecting hypercapnia, a risk in patients with severe respiratory disease or those receiving oxygen therapy.
• Common complications include inadequate oxygenation despite therapy, hypercapnia from rebreathing (especially with masks at low flows), oxygen-induced hypoventilation in patients with chronic hypoxemia, mucosal drying requiring humidification for flows >2 L/min, and gastric distension from aerophagia with nasal cannulas.
• Weaning from oxygen therapy involves gradual reduction of FiO2 in 5-10% increments, with reassessment of SpO2 and respiratory effort, and should be documented meticulously, including device, flow rate, and patient response.

This article provides a practical framework for selecting oxygen delivery devices and calculating flow rates in veterinary patients across species. It is written for the practicing veterinarian who must make rapid, defensible decisions about supplemental oxygen in emergency, critical care, anesthetic, and ward settings. The focus is procedural: how to match device choice and oxygen flow to patient size, disease process, and monitoring capability. Oxygen toxicity and long-term home therapy are outside the scope of this reference.

The central clinical question is straightforward but often answered imprecisely: what fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) does a given device deliver at a given flow rate, and is that sufficient for this patient's oxygenation deficit? The answer depends on patient anatomy, respiratory pattern, device dead space, and the physical principles governing oxygen entrainment and dilution. This article gives the reader the decision criteria and monitoring parameters needed to answer that question in real time.

At a Glance

Physiologic Basis for Oxygen Supplementation

Oxygen therapy serves one primary purpose: to increase the alveolar partial pressure of oxygen (PAO2) and thereby raise arterial oxygen content. The alveolar gas equation governs this relationship. PAO2 depends on inspired oxygen fraction, barometric pressure, alveolar ventilation, and the partial pressure of carbon dioxide. When alveolar ventilation is inadequate or when ventilation-perfusion mismatch exists, raising FiO2 is the most direct intervention available to the clinician.

The oxygen-hemoglobin dissociation curve is sigmoid. Above a PaO2 of approximately 60 mm Hg, hemoglobin saturation changes little with further increases in PaO2. Below that threshold, saturation falls steeply. This means the clinical goal is not maximal FiO2 but adequate saturation. Delivering 100% oxygen to a patient whose hemoglobin is already 98% saturated adds no oxygen content of consequence and may cause absorption atelectasis or mask the progression of an underlying process.

Metabolic demand sets the lower boundary for oxygen delivery. The relationship between oxygen delivery and consumption is not linear. In health, delivery far exceeds consumption. In critical illness, delivery can fall to a point where consumption becomes supply-dependent, and anaerobic metabolism begins. The RECOVER Initiative's veterinary CPR guidelines emphasize that oxygen delivery depends on cardiac output, hemoglobin concentration, and arterial saturation, not on FiO2 alone RECOVER Initiative veterinary CPR guidelines. A patient with poor perfusion or severe anemia cannot be rescued by oxygen supplementation alone, and the clinician must address all three determinants of oxygen delivery.

Oxygen Delivery Devices: Physical Principles

Every oxygen delivery device works by one of two mechanisms: it either provides a reservoir of oxygen that the patient breathes, or it delivers a continuous stream of oxygen that mixes with room air during inspiration. The FiO2 achieved depends on the ratio of oxygen flow to the patient's peak inspiratory flow rate. A normal dog or cat has a peak inspiratory flow of roughly three times the minute ventilation. If the oxygen flow rate is lower than peak inspiratory flow, room air is entrained and FiO2 falls.

This is why flow rate must be scaled to patient size. A 3 L/min flow that provides a high FiO2 to a 4 kg cat may provide only modest enrichment to a 40 kg dog. The same physical principle explains why respiratory pattern matters. A tachypneic patient with high peak inspiratory flow dilutes the oxygen stream more than a calm patient with slow, deep breathing. Panting dogs are particularly difficult to oxygenate with open devices because their high frequency, low tidal volume pattern entrains large volumes of room air.

Dead space is the second critical variable. Any device that adds dead space, such as a mask that is too large or an endotracheal tube with an unnecessarily long extension, forces the patient to rebreathe carbon dioxide. This increases ventilatory drive and minute ventilation, which in turn lowers the effective FiO2. Device selection must therefore balance oxygen enrichment against dead space addition.

Initial Assessment and Triage for Oxygen Supplementation

The decision to initiate oxygen therapy begins with a rapid, structured assessment of oxygenation and ventilation. Pulse oximetry provides a continuous estimate of hemoglobin oxygen saturation, but it does not measure arterial oxygen tension directly and becomes unreliable when peripheral perfusion is poor, when the patient is pigmented, or when methemoglobin is present. Arterial blood gas analysis remains the reference standard for quantifying hypoxemia, with a PaO2 below 80 mm Hg at sea level prompting intervention in most dogs and cats. Venous blood gas samples can approximate arterial values when the patient is stable, but they should not be used to guide oxygen therapy in critically ill animals.

Clinical signs of hypoxemia include tachypnea, dyspnea, cyanosis, and changes in mentation. Cyanosis is a late finding that requires at least 5 g/dL of deoxygenated hemoglobin to be visible, so an anemic patient may be profoundly hypoxemic without ever appearing blue. Work of breathing should be assessed before any device is placed, because a patient that is already using accessory muscles may fatigue rapidly when a mask or hood adds resistance or dead space. The RECOVER veterinary CPR guidelines emphasize that oxygen supplementation is a basic life support intervention, but they also stress that airway assessment and ventilation take priority over oxygen delivery in the apneic or obstructed patient.

The fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2) delivered by any device depends on the patient's minute ventilation, the device's oxygen flow rate, and the reservoir characteriztics of the device. A patient breathing rapidly will entrain more room air and dilute the delivered oxygen. This interaction means that the same flow rate can produce very different FiO2 values in two patients of identical body weight. The clinician should therefore titrate flow to effect, using serial pulse oximetry or blood gas measurements, instead of relying on a fixed formula.

Flow Rate Calculation by Patient Size and Device

Flow rate selection begins with an estimate of the patient's tidal volume and minute ventilation. Tidal volume in dogs and cats is approximately 10 to 15 mL/kg, and minute ventilation is the product of tidal volume and respiratory rate. A 10 kg dog with a respiratory rate of 20 breaths per minute has a minute ventilation of roughly 2 to 3 L/min. The oxygen flow rate must exceed this minute ventilation if the device is to deliver a meaningful FiO2, because room air will otherwise dilute the oxygen within the breathing circuit.

A practical starting point for flow-by oxygen is 50 to 100 mL/kg/min, which for a 10 kg dog equates to 0.5 to 1.0 L/min. This delivers an FiO2 of approximately 25 to 40 percent depending on the distance between the tubing and the patient's nares. The tubing should be held 1 to 2 cm from the nose, and the flow increased if the patient does not show improvement. Flow-by oxygen is best used for short procedures such as venipuncture or brief stabilization while a more efficient device is prepared.

Oxygen cages deliver a controlled FiO2 within an enclosed chamber, but they require higher flow rates to maintain that FiO2 because the cage volume must be flushed continuously. A typical starting flow rate for an oxygen cage is 1 to 2 L/min for a small patient and up to 5 L/min for a large dog, with the FiO2 verified using an in-line oxygen analyzer. The MSD Veterinary Manual notes that oxygen cages are useful for patients that do not tolerate masks or nasal prongs, but they limit access for physical examination and nursing care.

The following table provides flow rate ranges for common delivery devices across patient size categories. These values are starting points, not fixed prescriptions, and should be adjusted based on serial monitoring.

Worked Calculation Example

A 22 kg dog presents with pneumonia and a SpO2 of 88 percent on room air. The target is an SpO2 above 94 percent. The clinician selects a nasal catheter. The dog's minute ventilation is estimated at 15 mL/kg multiplied by 22 kg, giving a tidal volume of 330 mL. At a respiratory rate of 28 breaths per minute, minute ventilation is approximately 9.2 L/min. A nasal catheter flow of 3 L/min will provide a modest FiO2 elevation, but the high minute ventilation means significant room air entrainment will occur. The flow is increased to 4 L/min and the SpO2 is rechecked after 10 minutes. If the SpO2 remains below 94 percent, the clinician should consider a second nasal catheter in the opposite nostril or transition to a more efficient device such as an oxygen cage.

Device Selection by Clinical Scenario

The choice of delivery device depends on the patient's oxygenation requirement, tolerance, and the need for concurrent interventions. Oxygen masks are the most readily available device and are appropriate for short-term use during resuscitation or transport. They are poorly tolerated in conscious patients, cause rebreathing of carbon dioxide if the mask is sealed tightly, and deliver a variable FiO2 that depends on mask fit and flow rate. Masks should never be used for prolonged oxygen therapy in an awake patient.

Nasal catheters provide a more stable FiO2 than masks and allow the patient to eat, drink, and be handled. They are placed in the ventral meatus of the nostril and advanced to the level of the medial canthus of the eye. The catheter is secured with tissue adhesive and suture, and a flow rate of 50 to 100 mL/kg/min is a reasonable starting point. Complications include sneezing, nasal discharge, and catheter occlusion. Bilateral nasal catheters can be placed for higher oxygen requirements, but they increase patient discomfort and the risk of nasal mucosal injury.

Oxygen cages are the preferred device for patients that are dyspneic, fractious, or require a controlled FiO2 above 60 percent. The cage must be opened for feeding, medication, and cleaning, which causes the FiO2 to drop rapidly. The clinician should pre-oxygenate the patient before opening the cage and should minimize the time the door is open. The AAHA/AAFP fluid therapy guidelines remind practitioners that oxygen therapy and fluid therapy are often initiated simultaneously in the critical patient, and the oxygen delivery device should not interfere with intravenous catheter placement or fluid rate adjustment.

Monitoring Oxygenation and Ventilation During Therapy

Serial pulse oximetry is the primary monitoring tool for patients receiving supplemental oxygen. The SpO2 target is 94 to 98 percent in most dogs and cats. Values above 98 percent suggest that the FiO2 can be reduced, while values below 94 percent indicate that the current flow rate is inadequate or that the underlying disease is progressing. The probe site should be rotated every few hours to prevent pressure necrosis, and the waveform should be assessed for quality before the reading is trusted.

Arterial blood gas analysis should be performed when the patient fails to improve, when the SpO2 reading is unreliable, or when the clinician needs to assess ventilation. A PaO2 above 80 mm Hg on the lowest effective FiO2 is the goal for weaning. The PaO2 to FiO2 ratio (P/F ratio) can be calculated to quantify the severity of hypoxemia, with values below 300 indicating significant impairment. This ratio is useful for tracking trends over time, but it assumes a stable FiO2, which is difficult to achieve with flow-by or mask delivery.

Capnography provides a continuous measure of end-tidal carbon dioxide and is essential for patients receiving oxygen therapy who are at risk of hypoventilation. Patients with severe respiratory disease may fatigue and hypoventilate despite oxygen supplementation, and the resulting hypercapnia can cause sedation, arrhythmias, and cardiac arrest. The RECOVER guidelines identify hypoventilation as an indication for positive pressure ventilation, and capnography helps the clinician recognize this transition early.

Weaning and Discontinuation of Oxygen Therapy

Weaning begins when the patient's SpO2 is stable above 94 percent on a reduced FiO2 for several hours. The FiO2 should be reduced in steps of 5 to 10 percent, with a reassessment of SpO2 and respiratory effort after each step. A patient that maintains an SpO2 above 94 percent on room air for 30 to 60 minutes can be removed from oxygen, but should be rechecked at 15 and 30 minutes after discontinuation. Patients with chronic pulmonary disease, anemia, or concurrent cardiac disease may require a longer weaning period and a lower target SpO2.

The decision to discontinue oxygen therapy should be documented in the medical record, along with the final SpO2, respiratory rate, and the patient's overall clinical status. The AVMA practice resources emphasize that medical records should support continuity of care, and this includes documenting the oxygen delivery device, flow rate, and patient response at each assessment. This documentation also supports billing accuracy and provides a baseline for future episodes of hypoxemia.

Species differences affect weaning decisions. Brachycephalic dogs and cats have upper airway obstruction that may cause persistent hypoxemia even after the primary disease resolves. Neonates have higher oxygen consumption and lower functional residual capacity than adults, so they may require a higher FiO2 for a longer period. Production animals such as cattle and sheep are rarely treated with prolonged oxygen therapy in the field, but when they are, the same monitoring principles apply. The WOAH terrestrial animal health standards address oxygen therapy only indirectly, through their requirements for humane handling and anesthesia during procedures, but they reinforce the principle that any intervention must be performed with attention to patient welfare.

Recognized Complications and Early Detection

Oxygen therapy fails when delivery does not match patient need, when the device itself causes harm, or when monitoring misses deterioration. The most common failure modes are listed below with their earliest detectable signs.

Inadequate oxygenation despite therapy. The patient remains hypoxemic, detected by persistent tachypnoea, cyanosis, or SpO₂ below 92% on supplemental oxygen. Check the delivered FiO₂ first. Flow rates may have drifted, tubing may be kinked, or the mask may have shifted. Recalculate the required flow for current body weight and reassess the device fit.

Hypercapnia from rebreathing. Mask oxygen with insufficient flow, or an oxygen cage with inadequate carbon dioxide scavenging, allows CO₂ accumulation. Early signs are a rising respiratory rate with declining tidal volume, then lethargy and eventually loss of consciousness. Blood gas analysis showing an elevated PaCO₂ confirms the diagnosis. Flow rates for masks should be high enough to flush exhaled gas, and cage ventilation must be verified before prolonged use.

Oxygen-induced hypoventilation. Patients with chronic hypoxemia and blunted central chemoreceptors may reduce their respiratory drive when SpO₂ rises. This is most relevant in brachycephalic breeds and in patients with chronic pulmonary disease. Monitor respiratory rate and effort alongside SpO₂, and use the lowest FiO₂ that maintains target saturation instead of aiming for normal values.

Mucosal drying and airway irritation. Unhumidified oxygen dries the nasal mucosa, thickens secretions, and impairs mucociliary clearance. Detect early by inspecting nares for crusting and by listening for increased upper airway noise. Humidification is indicated for flows above 2 L/min and for any patient expected to need oxygen beyond a few hours.

Gastric distension. High nasal cannula flows, particularly in small patients, can cause aerophagia. Abdominal palpation and serial girth measurement detect this early. Reduce flow if possible or switch to a different device.

Thermal injury or fire risk. Oxygen supports combustion. Check that no open flames, cautery, or electrical sparks are near the delivery circuit. This is a practice safety issue, not a patient monitoring issue, and requires a fixed protocol.

Common Errors and Corrective Actions

Less experienced clinicians most often err in the following ways.

Underestimating flow requirements in small patients. A 3 kg cat given 1 L/min via mask receives a far higher relative flow than a 30 kg dog given the same rate, but the reverse error also occurs: a large dog given a flow calculated for a cat. Always calculate flow from body weight and device type, not from habit.

Using a mask for long-term therapy. Masks are for stabilization and short procedures. They are poorly tolerated, allow rebreathing at low flows, and interfere with eating and nursing. Move to nasal cannulas or an oxygen cage once the patient is stable.

Setting the oxygen cage to a fixed FiO₂ without measuring it. Internal oxygen analyzers drift. Verify the displayed FiO₂ against an independent analyzer at least once per shift, and confirm that the cage's CO₂ scavenging is functioning.

Failing to reassess after the first hour. The patient who improves on oxygen may deteriorate again as the underlying disease progresses. Recheck SpO₂, respiratory rate, and effort at least hourly in the unstable patient, and after any change in therapy.

Confusing SpO₂ with PaO₂. SpO₂ is a surrogate. In anemia, carboxyhaemoglobin, or methaemoglobinaemia, SpO₂ can be misleading. The RECOVER guidelines emphasize that perfusion and ventilation must be assessed alongside oxygenation, and that a normal SpO₂ does not exclude hypercapnia or tissue hypoxia.

Troubleshooting Table

Limitations of the Evidence and Areas of Expert Disagreement

Flow rate recommendations in veterinary medicine are largely extrapolated from human data and from physiologic first principles instead of from controlled veterinary trials. The RECOVER initiative provides structured guidance for CPR settings, but for non-arrest oxygen therapy, published recommendations vary by institution and by textbook. Expert opinion differs on the target SpO₂ range for specific diseases, on whether humidification is necessary for short-term therapy, and on the optimal device for brachycephalic patients, where nasal anatomy alters both delivery and tolerance.

The relationship between oxygen delivery and consumption is well established in shock states, where nitric oxide synthase inhibition can reduce oxygen delivery and worsen outcomes in endotoxaemia, as shown in an experimental canine model. This underscores that manipulating oxygen supply without addressing the underlying perfusion deficit can be counterproductive. Similarly, the capacity of some mammals to suppress metabolic demand during hibernation illustrates that reducing oxygen consumption is an alternative strategy to increasing supply, though this has no direct clinical application in domestic species.

Referral, Consultation, and Reporting

Referral or specialist consultation is warranted when the patient requires more than 40% oxygen for longer than 24 hours, when hypoxemia persists despite maximal flow, when the underlying disease is unclear, or when mechanical ventilation is being considered. A veterinary emergency and critical care specialist should be involved early in these cases.

Laboratory involvement is indicated for serial blood gas analysis, for measurement of lactate and perfusion markers, and for investigating the underlying cause of hypoxemia. In production animal practice, oxygen therapy is rarely feasible outside referral settings, and decisions about euthanasia or slaughter must follow applicable welfare standards, such as those published by the World Organization for Animal Health.

Regulatory reporting is rarely triggered by oxygen therapy itself. It may be required if a device failure causes patient harm, if a fire or injury occurs in the clinic, or if a notifiable disease is suspected as the cause of the respiratory signs. Check local requirements, as these vary by jurisdiction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What oxygen flow rate should I use when a flowmeter is unavailable?

When a calibrated flowmeter is unavailable, use a crude but practical estimate based on oxygen liter flow through standard tubing. For a 10 kg dog, 1 to 2 L/min through a nasal cannula approximates 40% inspired oxygen. For a 30 kg dog, 2 to 4 L/min is appropriate. For a 5 kg cat, 0.5 to 1 L/min is usually sufficient. These estimates assume normal tidal volume and respiratory rate. If the patient is tachypneic or has a high minute ventilation, increase the flow by 50% and reassess. Always verify response using pulse oximetry or arterial blood gas, as individual variation is substantial. Document the estimated flow and the monitoring method used in the medical record.

How do I provide oxygen therapy when an oxygen cage or flowmeter is not available?

Flow-by oxygen is the most accessible fallback. Hold oxygen tubing connected to a source within 1 to 2 cm of the patient's nose or mouth, delivering 2 to 5 L/min depending on patient size. This method delivers variable inspired oxygen, often 25% to 40%, and wastes considerable gas. For small patients, an improvised chamber using a sealed plastic container with an inlet and outlet port can work for short periods, but carbon dioxide accumulation and temperature rise limit use to under 30 minutes. A face mask with a rubber diaphragm improves delivery but increases resistance and stress in dyspneic patients. Monitor closely for deterioration, as flow-by may not meet metabolic demand in severely hypoxemic patients.

How does oxygen therapy differ in exotic or production animal patients?

Brachycephalic dogs and cats require lower flow rates due to upper airway resistance and increased work of breathing. Birds have a unique respiratory system with unidirectional airflow and air sacs, making them highly efficient at oxygen extraction, flow rates of 0.5 to 1 L/min in an oxygen cage are often adequate. Rabbits are obligate nasal breathers, so nasal cannulas work well but must be placed carefully to avoid obstruction. In production animals, oxygen therapy is rarely practical for individual animals due to cost and handling stress, but it may be used perioperatively in valuable breeding stock. For all species, monitor mucous membrane color, respiratory effort, and pulse oximetry where species-specific sensors are available, as MSD Veterinary Manual guidance emphasizes species variation in respiratory physiology.

What should I record in the medical record during oxygen therapy?

Record the indication for oxygen therapy, the delivery device, the flow rate in L/min or the fraction of inspired oxygen if known, and the time therapy started. Document the patient's respiratory rate, effort, mucous membrane color, and pulse oximetry or arterial blood gas values at initiation and at least every 1 to 2 hours during stable therapy. Note any changes in device or flow rate and the reason for the change. Record the patient's response, including improvement or deterioration, and any complications such as nasal irritation or patient intolerance. At discontinuation, document the weaning process, the final assessment, and the plan for monitoring after oxygen removal. This record supports clinical decisions and continuity of care.

How do I explain oxygen therapy options to an owner who is concerned about cost?

Be direct about the cost difference between devices. Flow-by oxygen and nasal cannulas use less oxygen and are less expensive than oxygen cage therapy, which consumes large volumes of gas. Explain that the oxygen cage provides a stable, controlled environment but requires higher flow rates and more nursing time. For a 20 kg dog, oxygen cage therapy may use 5 to 10 L/min continuously, while nasal cannulas use 2 to 4 L/min. If cost is a limiting factor, recommend nasal cannulas or flow-by as a reasonable alternative for mild to moderate hypoxemia, and explain that the patient will be monitored closely. The AAHA/AAFP fluid therapy guidelines similarly emphasize transparent discussion of resource allocation and monitoring plans with owners.

When should I escalate from conventional oxygen therapy to high flow nasal oxygen or mechanical ventilation?

Escalate when the patient remains hypoxemic despite maximal conventional oxygen therapy, defined as SpO2 below 90% or PaO2 below 60 mm Hg on an inspired oxygen fraction of 60% or higher. Also escalate when respiratory effort is worsening, with marked abdominal breathing, paradoxical breathing, or a respiratory rate that continues to climb despite oxygen. High flow nasal oxygen can deliver higher inspired oxygen fractions and provides some positive airway pressure, which may recruit collapsed alveoli. Mechanical ventilation is indicated when the patient is apneic, has severe hypercapnia with deteriorating mentation, or is exhausted despite oxygen support. The RECOVER Initiative guidelines provide structured criteria for escalation during resuscitation and post-arrest care, and these principles apply to progressive respiratory failure.

Related Clinical & Scientific Guides

• Toxicology in Emergency Practice: Common Poisons and Diagnostic Approach
• Veterinary Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Post-Cardiac Arrest Care
• Fluid Therapy Guidelines for Dogs and Cats: A Practical Update

References and Further Reading

• Central nervous system regulation of mammalian hibernation: implications for metabolic suppression and ischemia tolerance.. 2007.
• The maternal and fetal physiologic effects of nicotine.. 1996.
• Nitric oxide inhibition of lipoxygenase-dependent liposome and low-density lipoprotein oxidation: termination of radical chain propagation reactions and formation of nitrogen-containing oxidized lipid derivatives.. 1995.
• Quantification of Oxygen Depletion During FLASH Irradiation In Vitro and In Vivo.. 2021.
• Photofrin photodynamic therapy can significantly deplete or preserve oxygenation in human basal cell carcinomas during treatment, depending on fluence rate.. 2000.
• N omega-amino-L-arginine, an inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase, raises vascular resistance but increases mortality rates in awake canines challenged with endotoxin.. 1992.
• RECOVER Initiative Veterinary CPR Guidelines. Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society.
• AAHA/AAFP Fluid Therapy Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. AAHA.
• MSD Veterinary Manual, Professional Edition. MSD Veterinary Manual.

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This article is educational professional reference material for veterinary audiences. It is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis, individual clinical judgment, current product labeling, or applicable regulatory requirements.