Which of the Following Guidelines Should You Adhere to When

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following guidelines should you adhere to when performing pulse oximetry?
I.Never mix different sensors among different devices.
II.Make sure that the sensors are the correct size and are properly applied.
III.Avoid using pulse oximetry to monitor hyperoxia in neonates.
IV.Whenever possible, validate the initial SpO₂ against the actual SaO₂.

• A)I and III
• B)I, II, and III
• C)III and IV
• D)I, II, III, and IV

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