Which Nursing Action Determines the Accuracy of the Detected Waveform

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which nursing action 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 ten seconds
• D) Assessing the heart rate and comparing it with the displayed pulse

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