Proper handling of an arterial blood gas sample includes:       1. Puncture site       2. Oxygen adjunct and FiO2       3. Date/Time       4. Difficulty in obtaining sample

What should be checked if a “Probe off” error occurs in pulse oximetry?

What is a limitation of pulse oximetry?

What is the correct sequence when one is obtaining arterial blood from the radial artery of a patient?Perform modified Allen’s testRemove any air bubbles from the sampleApply direct pressure to the puncture site and palpate pulseClean the puncture site with a suitable antiseptic solutionUse a 23 gauge needle and a plastic syringe containing an anticoagulant

What is a common factor that affects the accuracy of both Galvanic Fuel Cell and Polarographic O2 analyzers?

What is the normal pH range for arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis?

What is a key advantage of noninvasive procedures over invasive procedures?

What is the primary difference between analysis and monitoring in the context of gas exchange?

Which of the following is NOT an indication for performing an arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis?

A pulse oximeter can provide an accurate indication of a patient’s oxyhemoglobin saturation in which of the following clinical conditions?1. congestive heart failure2. polycythemia3. pulmonary hypertension4. carbon monoxide poisoning