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Vital Signs & Reporting

Low Pulse Oximetry · L1

Fundamental concept

How CNAs measure vitals accurately and escalate abnormal findings.

Read: Vital Signs: Measurement & Reporting →

Scenario

Mrs. Lee's pulse oximeter reads 86% on room air. She is awake but short of breath.

Mrs. Lee's pulse oximeter reads 86% on room air. She is awake but short of breath.

What is the best action?