Title: Pulse Oximetry
Headings: Pulse Oximetry
Pulse Oximetry
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Content: Who Should Be Screened? All infants should be screened. When Should Screening Be Performed? Pulse-oximetry screening should be performed after the infant turns 24 hours of age and before discharge from the nursery. If the infant was born prematurely, screening should be performed when medically appropriate to do so. If early discharge is planned, screening should occur as late as possible. Where Should Screening Be Performed? The pulse-oximetry test should be performed on the right hand and one foot. What is a Normal Pulse Oximetry Reading for Infants? A reading of 95 to 100 percent is normal in healthy infants.