A disadvantage of the disposable sensor pad for pulse oximetry is:
A. It is less restrictive
B. It contains latex
C. It is less expensive to use
D. It is available in different sizes
B
B. Disposable sensor pad—can be applied to a variety of sites: earlobe of adult; nose bridge, palm, or sole of infant; less restrictive for continuous SpO2 monitoring; expensive; contains latex; skin under adhesive may become moist and harbor pathogens; available in variety of sizes; pad can be matched to infant weight
A. Disposable sensor pad—can be applied to a variety of sites: earlobe of adult; nose bridge, palm, or sole of infant; less restrictive for continuous SpO2 monitoring; expensive; contains latex; skin under adhesive may become moist and harbor pathogens; available in variety of sizes; pad can be matched to infant weight
C. Disposable sensor pad—can be applied to a variety of sites: earlobe of adult; nose bridge, palm, or sole of infant; less restrictive for continuous SpO2 monitoring; expensive; contains latex; skin under adhesive may become moist and harbor pathogens; available in variety of sizes; pad can be matched to infant weight
D. Disposable sensor pad—can be applied to a variety of sites: earlobe of adult; nose bridge, palm, or sole of infant; less restrictive for continuous SpO2 monitoring; expensive; contains latex; skin under adhesive may become moist and harbor pathogens; available in variety of sizes; pad can be matched to infant weight
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