MEDICINE MCQ
RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
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A noninvasive device placed on the finger, earlobe or toe that measures oxygen levels.
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auscultation
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spirometry
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oximetry
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atelectasis
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A clip-like device called a probe is placed on a body part, such as a finger or ear lobe. The probe uses light to measure how much oxygen is in the blood. This information helps the healthcare provider decide if a person needs extra oxygen.
Detailed explanation-2: -Ear oximetry is a noninvasive method for evaluating arterial oxygenation. Ear oximeters are commonly used in sleep studies.
Detailed explanation-3: -The pulse oximeter, or Pulse Ox, is an electronic device that measures the saturation of oxygen carried in your red blood cells. Pulse oximeters can be attached to your fingers, forehead, nose, foot, ears or toes. The device may then be reused or disposed of.
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