A newborn is born in respiratory distress and requires an arterial line placed. Where the arterial oxygen saturation sensor should be placed?
A)Sole of foot
B)Around the finger
C)Palm of the hand
D)All of the above

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The arterial oxygen sensor should be placed on the sole of the foot. This is because this is the most likely place for the sensor to stay on while still providing an accurate oxygen saturation reading.

A Newborn Is Born in Respiratory Distress and Requires an Arterial