An Alert Outpatient Awaiting Bronchoscopy Has an SpO₂ Reading of 81

question 50

Multiple Choice

An alert outpatient awaiting bronchoscopy has an SpO₂ reading of 81% breathing room air. The patient appears in no distress and exhibits no signs of hypoxemia. Which of the following would be the best initial action to take in this situation?

• A) Switch sites or replace the sensor probe.
• B) Immediately start O₂ therapy.
• C) Obtain an ABG.
• D) Cancel the bronchoscopy procedure.

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