Do clinicians know how to use pulse oximetry? A scoping review

Despite pulse oximetry being important for patient assessment, research indicates clinicians' understanding of this technology remains poor. It is time for educators to address this significant knowledge gap.

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Australian Critical Care
Published
2026-01-22
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aucc.2025.101521
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Non-Invasive Vital Sign Monitoring
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Do clinicians know how to use pulse oximetry? A scoping review

Malcolm Elliott, Jessica Allardice
Australian Critical Care
Non-Invasive Vital Sign Monitoring
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Do clinicians know how to use pulse oximetry? A scoping review

Malcolm Elliott, Jessica Allardice
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Abstract

Despite pulse oximetry being important for patient assessment, research indicates clinicians' understanding of this technology remains poor. It is time for educators to address this significant knowledge gap.

Australian Critical CareVol. 39(2)
Monash Health (AU), Melbourne Health (AU), Monash University (AU)
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