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acc299

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following can cause false high readings when using a pulse oximeter?
 
  a. Fetal hemoglobin
  b. Intravascular dyes
  c. Carboxyhemoglobin
  d. Presence of metHb

Question 2

For continuous monitoring of adults and children, you should set a pulse oximeter's low alarm in what range?
 
  a. 80 to 85
  b. 85 to 88
  c. 88 to 92
  d. 93 to 97


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zoeyesther

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Box 19-8 lists key points to be considered when performing pulse oximetry.


acc299

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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