When using pulse oximetry long-term, you should move the sensor to a new site every ____.
A. 4 hours
B. 2 hours
C. 6 hours
D. 12 hours
E. 24 hours
A. 4 hours
If a patient needs long-term pulse oximetry monitoring, rotate the site every 4 hours.
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