A Patient Is Being Monitored with Pulse Oximetry

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient is being monitored with pulse oximetry.Which of the following does the nurse know will influence the values?

• A) Placement of the sensor on the arm
• B) Patient's diagnosis of peripheral vascular disease
• C) Reduced amount of light in the room
• D) Increased temperature of the room

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