Pulse oximetry in adults
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Pulse oximetry measures the amount of oxygen in a patient's haemoglobin. It is a valuable technique for assessing a patient's respiratory status, but nurses should ensure they do not rely solely on this technique for assessment. Pulse oximetry works by detecting the colour of the haemoglobin through a translucent part of a patient's body. The machine will sound an alarm if the oxyhaemoglobin saturation falls below an appropriate level. Pulse oximetry has a range of applications and advantages, but there are also a number of factors which limit reliance on the technique.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1998
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Pulse oximetry - 2
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Instruction and advice on correct procedures to adopt during pulse oximetry are presented. The advantages of pulse oximetry as a method of measuring blood oxygen saturation and correct techniques of interpretation are presented.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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Pulse oximetry: benefits and limitations
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Issues concerning the uses, limitations and benefits of pulse oximetry are presented. Step-by-step advice on the procedure which is involved in the attachment of ear or finger probes is discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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