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Consistent and Reliable Pulse Oximetry- 1.0 CEU
Consistent and Reliable Pulse Oximetry: It really is more than just applying a probe
Now available on demand
Speaker:
Nikolaus Gravenstein, MD
Professor of Anesthesiology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
Description:
This clinical discussion of pulse oximetry will cover the background, basics and nuances of pulse oximetry monitoring in critical and acute care hospital settings with the goal of helping caregivers build a mental model of the technology and physiology used in pulse oximetry. The webinar will also focus on common clinical conditions that lead to diminished blood flow to the digits and slower detection of saturation changes, including patient shock, peripheral vascular disease, advanced age, etc. Tips on how to troubleshoot and/or optimize pulse oximeter performance will be shared and pulse oximetry probe site options beyond the finger will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
After the completion of this activity, the learner will be able to:
- Discuss the evidence to help optimize the when, where, why and how of pulse oximeter use
- Describe the clinical situations that can lead to unreliable pulse oximetry measurements
- Discuss the use of Nasal Alar SPO2 probe for the monitoring of select patients
Continuing Education for Nurses and Respiratory Therapists
This program has been approved for 1.0 contact hours Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association of Respiratory Care. Provider approved by California Board of Nursing, Provider # 14477 and the Florida Board of Nursing Provider # 50-17032
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