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Practice Question

A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has a new prescription for continuous pulse oximetry monitoring. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

Reposition the probe every 2 hr

Rationale:

🔅 Frequent repositioning of the pulse oximetry probe prevents skin breakdown and false readings.

🔅 Prolonged probe placement can cause pressure injuries or sensor burn in pediatric clients.

🔅 Rotating probe sites maintains accurate oxygen saturation monitoring.

🔅 Pediatric patients have delicate skin, requiring extra care.

🔅 Monitoring ensures early detection of hypoxemia and necessary interventions.

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This question is from ATI PN Pediatric Nursing 2023 (I) which contains 25 questions.

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ATI PN Pediatric Nursing 2023 (I)

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Question Details
  • Category: LPN - Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams
  • Domain: PEDIATRICS PN
  • Answer Choices: 4
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