Which Nursing Action Best Determines the Accuracy of the Detected

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which nursing action best determines the accuracy of the detected waveform when monitoring a patient's oxygen saturation via oximetry?

• A)Using a site with adequate perfusion
• B)Ensuring the any nail polish is removed
• C)Leaving the sensor in place for a minimum of 10 seconds
• D)Assessing the heart rate and comparing it with the displayed pulse

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