Nursing times
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Although there are many advantages to using pulse oximetry as a tool for monitoring oxygen saturation in arterial blood, there are also potential pitfalls. Nurses must understand its limitations or there is a risk that they may be falsely reassured by inaccurate readings. This article discusses the principles behind pulse oximetry and outlines some common misunderstandings.
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The new National Service Framework for Children, Young People and Maternity Services (Department of Health, 2004) draws together current recommendations for best practice. This article highlights the points most relevant to nurses from this 10-year plan of practice improvement.