
The patient has new-onset restlessness and confusion. Pulse rate is elevated, as is respiratory rate. Oxygen saturation is 94%. The nurse ignores the pulse oximeter reading and calls the health care provider for orders because the pulse oximetry reading is inaccurate. Which factors can cause inaccurate pulse oximetry readings? (Select all that apply.)
A) O2 saturations (SaO2) > 70%
B) Carbon monoxide inhalation
C) Hypothermic fingers
D) Intravascular dyes
E) Nail polish
F) Jaundice
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