Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A 1-week-old infant who has a prescription for home oxygen and pulse oximetry monitoringA nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a 1-week-old infant who has a prescription for home oxygen and pulse oximetry monitoring. Which of the following statements by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C. Rotating the probe of the pulse oximeter every 24 hours is incorrect because it can lead to inaccurate readings. The pulse oximeter probe should be securely placed on the same site to ensure consistent and accurate readings. Moving the probe can disrupt the signal and affect the accuracy of oxygen saturation measurements. Choices A and B are correct statements as they address potential issues with pulse oximetry accuracy. Choice D is also correct as the probe can be applied to either a finger or a toe.