When evaluating a child's oxygen saturation level with a pulse oximeter:
A) you should recall that peripheral vasodilation from a warm environment will typically yield a false reading.
B) it should be evaluated in the context of the pediatric assessment triangle and remainder of the primary assessment.
C) you should provide ventilatory assistance with a bag-mask device if the reading is below 94% and not increasing rapidly.
D) a reading of less than 96% on room air indicates respiratory distress and necessitates the administration of supplemental oxygen.
Answer: B) it should be evaluated in the context of the pediatric assessment triangle and remainder of the primary assessment.
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