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Obtaining pulse oximetry data in neonates: a randomised crossover study of sensor application techniques
  1. C P F O’Donnell1,2,
  2. C O F Kamlin1,
  3. P G Davis1,2,
  4. C J Morley1
  1. 1Division of Newborn Services, Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
  2. 2University of Melbourne, Australia
  1. Correspondence to:
    Dr O’Donnell
    Research Fellow in Neonatal Paediatrics, Royal Women’s Hospital Melbourne, 132 Grattan Street, Carlton, Victoria 3053, Australia; colm.odonnellrwh.org.au

Abstract

Pulse oximetry may be useful during neonatal resuscitation. A randomised crossover study was performed to determine the most efficient method of applying the sensor. Applying it to the infant before connecting to the oximeter resulted in quickest acquisition of accurate heart rate. This technique should be preferred during resuscitation.

  • ECG, electrocardiography
  • HR, heart rate
  • Spo2, oxygen saturation
  • oximetry
  • randomised
  • resuscitation

https://doi.org/10.1136/adc.2004.058925

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    • Competing interests: none declared