Indications for pulse oximetry include which of the following?
1. To assess changes in HbO2 during certain procedures
2. To measure abnormal Hb
3. To comply with external regulations or recommendations
4. To monitor the adequacy of HbO2 saturation
a. 1 and 4 only
b. 1, 2, and 4 only
c. 1, 3, and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4
ANS: C
To guide practitioners in providing quality care, the AARC has published Clinical Practice Guideline: Pulse Oximetry. Modified excerpts from the AARC guideline appear on p. 406.
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