Pulse Oximetry—It’s Not Always Right - Frankly Speaking Ep 491
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The episode discusses the limitations of pulse oximetry and its implications for patient care, particularly regarding skin tone.
Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-491 Overview: Pulse oximetry is a cornerstone of patient monitoring, but limits to its accuracy can lead to important clinical implications. Tune in as we discuss the factors that can compromise oximetry accuracy—including skin tone—so you can make more informed, individualized treatment decisions. Episode resource links: Martin DS, Doidge JC, Gould D, et al. The impact of skin tone on performance of pulse oximeters used by NHS England COVID Oximetry @home scheme: measurement and diagnostic accuracy study. BMJ. 2026;392:e085535. Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.
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