The Nurse Has Applied a Pulse Oximeter to the Finger

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse has applied a pulse oximeter to the finger of a patient who is hypothermic. The pulse oximeter does not provide a good reading. What action by the nurse is best?

• A) Move the oximeter probe to another finger.
• B) Assess the fingers for good circulation.
• C) Document that the reading cannot be obtained.
• D) Remove any fingernail polish present on the fingernail.

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