What can affect a pulse oximetry reading?

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2026-05-08 11:11

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Factors that can affect a pulse oximetry reading include:

  • bad circulation, shock, cardiac arrest
  • anemia
  • taking your blood pressure at the same time in the same limb
  • Dirty sensors on the machine
  • nail polish
  • excess ambient light
  • an environment cold enough to affect blood flow through the limb
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