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cdr_15

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A nurse informs a client that the alarm on the pulse oximeter will not sound when:
 
  A. The client moves the probe
  B. The probe falls off
  C. The SpO2 falls below the set limit
  D. The display reaches full strength during each cardiac cycle

Question 2

MC Which of the following central venous access devices requires a pulsating action for irrigation?
 
  A. Percutaneous catheter.
  B. Catheter with Groshong valve.
  C. Subcutaneous port.
  D. PICC.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
D. Leave sensor in place until oximeter readout reaches constant value and pulse display reaches full strength during each cardiac cycle.
A. Inform client that oximeter alarm will sound if sensor falls off or if client moves sensor.
B. Inform client that oximeter alarm will sound if sensor falls off or if client moves sensor.
C. If continuous SpO2 monitoring is planned, verify SpO2 alarm limits, which are preset by the manufacturer at a low of 85 and a high of 100.

Answer to Question 2

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