Which of the Following Actions Is Indicated When a Disparity

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions is indicated when a disparity exists between SₚO₂,SₐO₂,and the clinical presentation of a patient?

• A) Move the probe to an alternate site to check for SₚO₂.
• B) Replace the pulse oximeter probe.
• C) Measure arterial oxygen saturation by CO-oximetry.
• D) Disregarding the SₐO₂.

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