A nurse assess a client's oxygen saturation level via pulse oximetry. The nurse would report which reading to the provider?
A) 99%
B) 96%
C) 94%
D) 91%

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An SpO₂ greater than 95% is considered normal, whereas values lower than 93% usually indicate the need for oxygen therapy and further assessment. An SpO₂ reading of less than 93% should be reported to the provider.

A Nurse Assess a Client's Oxygen Saturation Level Via Pulse