Abstract

Pulse oximetry measures the amount of oxygen (SpO2) carried by the hemoglobin molecules in the blood. Normal values range from 95-100 percent. Disease processes affecting perfusion and circulation can contribute to lowered SpO2. This literature review focuses on the effect of nail polish on the accuracy of pulse oximetry readings.

Author Details

Julie Titus, Department of Nursing, CUNY York College, Albertson, New York, USA; Omolara Adedimeji, Department of Nursing, CUNY York College, Jamaica, New York, USA; Diandra Duncan, Department of Nursing, CUNY York College, Jamaica, New York, USA

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Lead Author Affiliation

York College, The City University of New York, Jamaica, New York, USA

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Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Literature Review

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Keywords:

Nail Polish, Oxygen Saturation, Pulse Oximeter

Conference Name

28th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Dublin, Ireland

Conference Year

2017

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Does nail polish have significance on pulse oximetry readings?: A literature review

Dublin, Ireland

Pulse oximetry measures the amount of oxygen (SpO2) carried by the hemoglobin molecules in the blood. Normal values range from 95-100 percent. Disease processes affecting perfusion and circulation can contribute to lowered SpO2. This literature review focuses on the effect of nail polish on the accuracy of pulse oximetry readings.