A co-oximeter can provide a measurement of all hemoglobin variants, while a pulse oximeter can only measure functional hemoglobin. Why does a pulse oximeter only measure functional hemoglobin?

A) It uses four wavelengths of light.
B) It uses two wavelengths of light.
C) It doesn't measure a hemolized sample.
D) none of the above

B

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Which one of the following roles does EMS have in public health when providing health care screenings and vaccinations, providing health education, and targeting high-risk populations in an effort to ensure that they are receiving needed medical care?

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