(2) TB 178 - Curaplex Fingertip SpO2 Monitor

Question 1

Pulse oximetry has become universally accepted and used for monitoring the _______ status of patients.

Answer 1

respiratory

Question 2

Curaplex SpO2 Monitor Indications for use?

Answer 2

ALL PATIENTS regardless of chief complaint or provider impression

(A pulse oximetry reading is now considered a MANDATORY vital sign on every patient.)

Question 3

Normal SpO2 readings range from _____ to _____%

Answer 3

94-100%

Question 4

Less than ____% SpO2 is considered low and thus an abnormal vital sign

Answer 4

94%

Question 5

Less than _____% SpO2 indicates the patient should be placed on supplemental oxygen

Answer 5

94%

Question 6

Less than _____% SpO2 requires advanced life support (ALS) assessment and intervention as indicated

Answer 6

94%

(Clinical judgements SHOULD NOT be based SOLEY on oximeter measurements as SpO2 levels drop gradually and do not reflect ventilation status)

Question 7

Applying the oximeter to a patient with nail polish may lead to an unreliable measurement.

Rotating the rubber clamp to the _____ of the patient’s finger will obtain a more reliable measurement

Answer 7

side

Question 8

Patients with cold fingers or poor circulation may have an unreliable oximeter measurement.

Attempt to _____ cold fingers prior to application

Answer 8

warm

Question 9

The pulse oximetry allows for the monitoring of the percentage of hemoglobin saturated with oxygen, allowing detection of _______ before the patient is visibly cyanotic.

Answer 9

hypoxemia

Question 10

Apply the oximeter by placing the finger into the rubber clamp making sure the patient’s nail is _______.

Answer 10

Upward

(To turn on device, Press the function button once on the front panel)