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What SpO₂ measures

Percent of hemoglobin carrying oxygen; indicates how much oxygen the body is getting.

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Hypoxia

Low oxygen level.

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When do we get SpO₂?

Every call using the pulse ox.

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Where are O₂ supplies?

Pulse ox in fannies; NRB and nasal cannulas in top flap of the primary; O₂ tank in main pocket.

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Normal SpO₂ range

95%–100%.

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EST cutoff: SpO₂ ≤ 94%

Administer oxygen (NRB or nasal cannula depending on patient tolerance and aspiration risk).

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Flow rate: nasal cannula

6 L/min.

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Flow rate: NRB

15 L/min.

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Flow rate: BVM

25 L/min.

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Cold hands or nail polish fix

Warm the hand, use toe/earlobe, turn probe sideways off the nail, or use remover.