Which of the Following Statements About Pulse Oximetry Is FALSE

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about pulse oximetry is FALSE?

• A) Oxygen saturation is the percentage of hemoglobin that is bound with some molecular structure.
• B) Pulse oximetry values can be expected to decrease within seconds in cases of developing hypoxia.
• C) Pulse oximetry should be used on all patients with respiratory complaints.
• D) It may be difficult to obtain a reading in patients experiencing peripheral vasoconstriction.

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