ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Exam II Questions
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A nurse is preparing to measure a client's oxygen saturation and notes edema of the client's hands and thickened toenails
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A nurse is preparing to measure a client's oxygen saturation and notes edema of the client's hands and thickened toenails. Where should the nurse apply the pulse oximeter probe?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The earlobe is a suitable alternative site for pulse oximetry if the fingers and toes are not viable options due to edema or thickened toenails. The earlobe is typically less affected by peripheral vasoconstriction.
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