ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Diagnostic Procedure
Kevin Zabala
STUDENT NAME _____________________________________
Reinforcing teaching about pulse oximetry
PROCEDURE NAME ____________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________
Description of Procedure
A pulse oximeter is a device that is operated by battery or electricity and has a sensor probe
that is attached securely to the child's finger tip, toe, earlobe, or around the foot with a clip or
band.
Indications CONSIDERATIONS
When a quick assessment of the client's Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post)
respiratory status is needed
Find an appropriate probe site. The probe site must
be dry and have adequate circulation. Remove polish
from nails or remove earrings if using the
earlobe.Note the pulse readings and compare it with
the chilrd's radial pulse. Any discrepancy between the
values warrent further assessment.Confirm that the
sensor probe is properly placed with the light-emitting
diode (LED) placed on the top of the nail when digits
are used
Interpretation of Findings
Client Education
The expected reference range for SaO2 is
The best reading is when your hand is warm, relaxed
95%-100%. Acceptable levels can range and below the level of your heartIf it seems there is
from 91%-100%. Some illnesses can allow an inaccurate reading there could be a problem with
for an SaO2 of 85%-89% the probe, you may take it to your provider or
equipment company to have it checked for
accuracyEduacte rge client n what readings should
they seek medical attentionRemove nail polish before
use
Potential Complications Nursing Interventions
Skin irritationincorrect reading Remain with the client and provide
emotional report to decrease anxietyPlace
the client in semi-Fowler's position to
maximize ventilationConfim that the oxygen
delivery system is functioning and that the
child is receiving the prescribed amout of
oxygen flow rate
ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A3
Kevin Zabala
STUDENT NAME _____________________________________
Reinforcing teaching about pulse oximetry
PROCEDURE NAME ____________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________
Description of Procedure
A pulse oximeter is a device that is operated by battery or electricity and has a sensor probe
that is attached securely to the child's finger tip, toe, earlobe, or around the foot with a clip or
band.
Indications CONSIDERATIONS
When a quick assessment of the client's Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post)
respiratory status is needed
Find an appropriate probe site. The probe site must
be dry and have adequate circulation. Remove polish
from nails or remove earrings if using the
earlobe.Note the pulse readings and compare it with
the chilrd's radial pulse. Any discrepancy between the
values warrent further assessment.Confirm that the
sensor probe is properly placed with the light-emitting
diode (LED) placed on the top of the nail when digits
are used
Interpretation of Findings
Client Education
The expected reference range for SaO2 is
The best reading is when your hand is warm, relaxed
95%-100%. Acceptable levels can range and below the level of your heartIf it seems there is
from 91%-100%. Some illnesses can allow an inaccurate reading there could be a problem with
for an SaO2 of 85%-89% the probe, you may take it to your provider or
equipment company to have it checked for
accuracyEduacte rge client n what readings should
they seek medical attentionRemove nail polish before
use
Potential Complications Nursing Interventions
Skin irritationincorrect reading Remain with the client and provide
emotional report to decrease anxietyPlace
the client in semi-Fowler's position to
maximize ventilationConfim that the oxygen
delivery system is functioning and that the
child is receiving the prescribed amout of
oxygen flow rate
ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A3
