NHA CCMA Exam Prep 44, Pulse Oximetry and Respiratory Findings

This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. In this episode you will learn: - The three appropriate placement sites for a pulse oximeter to ensure an accurate reading. - How to identify and troubleshoot common factors that cause false SpO2 readings, such as nail polish, poor perfusion, and patient motion. - The key signs of respiratory distress, including accessory muscle use and cyanosis, and the immediate protocol for reporting these findings. - The two essential components required for correctly documenting a patient's supplemental oxygen use: flow rate and delivery method. - To recognize the CCMA's scope of practice when a patient's oxygen saturation drops below an ordered threshold, emphasizing reporting over independent action. For more free exam prep tools, practice questions, and AI-powered explanations, visit https://open-exam-prep.com/ or YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Open-exam-prep