Guide To Diagnosing And Treating Atelectasis
Oximetry

Oximetry is a test that might be used to help determine how severe atelectasis is. It's a simple and painless test that measures the amount of oxygen in the patient's blood. A device similar to a clip is placed on a certain body part. In most cases, doctors or nurses will place it on the patient's finger, but their ear lobes might also be used. The probe measures the amount of oxygen in the patient's blood by using light. The information gathered allows a healthcare provider to determine whether the patient needs extra oxygen or not. Oximetry may be used after the doctor has made an atelectasis diagnosis using a simple examination and chest X-ray.
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