TB 178 Curaplex Fingertip Sp02 Monitor

Question 1

This measurement can detect ____ prior to a patient becoming symptomatic and is thus considered a vital sign.

Answer 1

hypoxemia

Question 2

Measuring range:

Answer 2

0 – 100%

Question 3

Measuring pulse rate:

Answer 3

25bpm – 250bpm

Question 4

____ of continuous use (2500 spot checks)

Answer 4

30 hours

Question 5

Takes ___ AAA batteries

Answer 5

two

Question 6

Indications : ____ regardless of chief complaint or provider impression

Answer 6

All patients

Question 7

Normal SpO2 readings range from ____

Answer 7

94% to 100%

Question 8

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

Answer 8

94%

Question 9

Less than 94% indicates the patient should be placed on ____

Answer 9

supplemental oxygen

Question 10

Less than 94% requires _____ and intervention as indicated

Answer 10

advanced life support (ALS) assessment

Question 11

Applying the oximeter to a patient with nail polish may lead to an ____ measurement. Rotating the rubber clamp to the side of the patient’s finger will obtain a more reliable measurement

Answer 11

unreliable

Question 12

Patients with _____ may have an unreliable measurement. Attempt to warm cold fingers prior to application

Answer 12

cold fingers or poor circulation

Question 13

Use ____ to clean silicone inside of the oximeter

Answer 13

isopropyl alcohol

Question 14

Do not soak the oximeter in ___

Answer 14

liquid

Question 15

A pulse oximetry reading is now considered a _____ vital sign on every patient.

Answer 15

MANDATORY