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How serious is a 81% oxygen saturation reading on room air combined with a po2 of 46 mmhg? could it be an indication that death is imminent in an elderly person?
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See answer: Hypoxemia (low blood oxygen) defined as a pao2 of.
Answered 5/23/2016
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Yes: An oxygen saturation, the % of o2 in the blood generally is >95 in a healthy person, other illnesses may cause that to change. End stage disease(of any kind) can lead to low o2 levels as a natural part of the dying process. As long as the person is not experiencing any discomfort and the goal is comfort only- checking o2 levels may not be indicated and only more distress to the caregivers.
Answered 3/23/2019
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