Chapter 4: Oxygen Saturation

Finding the Error Activity 2: Pulse Oximetry

Now you have an opportunity to find errors in measurement techniques by looking at an image.

What error in technique is this healthcare provider making while measuring oxygen saturation?

Healthcare provider conducting an error in technique while measuring oxygen saturations

Figure 4.5: Error in technique while measuring oxygen saturation

Go to the next page for information about the correct technique for measuring oxygen saturation.

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