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Where can one find more information about pulse oximetry?
There are several sites that one can find more information about pulse oximetry. These sites include the pulse oximetry page of Wikipedia, World Health Organization, and Pulse Ox.
What is pulse oximetry?
Pulse oximetry is the procedure for measuring oxygen saturation or level of oxygen in the blood. It is non-invasive and painless.
What is pulse txr?
Maybe you mean pulse oximetry. It is the measurement of oxygen in your blood. It is measured when they put that clip on the tip of your finger.
What does medical code 94760 mean?
Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Which is NOT a site for a pulse oximetry sensor?
upper arm
What is pulse oxmietry?
First thing straight, you misspelled oximetry. Second thing is the definition of pulse oximetry is a noninvasive method allowing the monitoring of oxygenation of a patient's hemoglobin.
What are the implications of the findings of pulse oximetry?
Analysis and implication of pulse oximerty findings
Blood test for oxygen level by finger?
SPO2 or pulse oximetry
Can the tip of the ear be used for pulse oximetry?
Yes as can the fingertips, toes and nose.
What the last vital sign to change in the setting of shock?
Pulse oximetry reading
What level of pulse oximetry would cause concern?
The answer depends on the clinical situation. Depending on the patient's age and health, and the context of the test, anything below 90-95% could be a cause for concern.
What is a pulse oximetry used for?
Pulse oximetry measures the amount of oxygen that is being perfused in a person's blood. It is important in individuals with impaired lung function to be sure that their body is getting enough oxygen. It is an excellent tool to be sure that a person is breathing effectively, because if a person's oxygen level drops too low, they can lose consciousness, have brain damage, and eventually enter into respiratory failure and die.
