Question

Moderate hypoxemia is indicated with a pulse oximeter reading of​ ________ percent.

A. 81 to 85
B. 90 to 94
C. 86 to 90
D. 95 to 100

Answer 1

A pulse oximeter reading of 90 to 94 percent indicates moderate hypoxemia, which is low blood oxygen levels.

Step-by-step explanation:

Percent saturation is normally monitored using a device known as a pulse oximeter. A pulse oximeter reading of 90 to 94 percent indicates moderate hypoxemia, which is low blood oxygen levels. Normal pulse oximeter readings range from 95 to 100 percent.