ATI PN Paediatrics Nursing 2023 Proctored Exam
A nurse is assisting with the care of an infant who has an upper respiratory infection and requires continuous oxygen saturation monitoring. On which of the following sites should the nurse plan to place the sensor? (You will find hot spots to select in the artwork below. Select only the hot spot that corresponds to your answer.)
Explanation & Rationale
Answer: A Rationale: The recommended placement for a small pediatric pulse oximeter probe is around the great toe, the outer palm or the foot. This placement is non-invasive and should not cause discomfort to the child. The nurse should the apply a snuggly fitting sock to hod the sensor in place.
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