Pulse Oximetry: Introduction and History
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How many molecules of oxygen can one molecule of hemoglobin carry when saturated?

  • Up to four molecules (correct)
  • Up to eight molecules
  • Up to two molecules
  • Up to six molecules
  • What is the purpose of pulse oximetry?

  • To analyze arterial blood samples
  • To monitor blood pressure
  • To measure the heart rate
  • To measure the oxygen level of the blood (correct)
  • What is the normal arterial oxygen saturation for a healthy individual at sea level?

  • 80% - 85%
  • 95% - 100% (correct)
  • 70% - 75%
  • 60% - 65%
  • When does hemoglobin become deoxyhemoglobin?

    <p>When oxygen is released from oxyhemoglobin in the capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Before pulse oximeters, how were blood oxygen saturation levels measured?

    <p>By drawing arterial blood samples and using laboratory co-oximeters</p> Signup and view all the answers

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