Which is an example of an invasive monitoring device?
a. Intracardiac catheter
b. Blood pressure cuff
c. Pulse oximeter probe
d. Axillary thermometer
ANS: A
Invasive monitors penetrate skin or mucosa. They can be inserted percutaneously or by cutdown depending on the vessel and catheter. An intracardiac monitor is an example of an invasive monitor.
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