When assessing a patient using a pulse oximeter, it is important to remember that:
A. an oxygen saturation of greater than 90% rules out hypoxemia.
B. abnormally bound hemoglobin may produce inaccurate readings.
C. pulse oximetry will determine whether or not to administer oxygen.
D. the pulse oximeter provides an accurate reading of the patient's PaO2.
Answer: B. abnormally bound hemoglobin may produce inaccurate readings.
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