The effect of wearing latex gloves on the accuracy of pulse oximeter readings to prevent cross-contamination
Keywords:
coronavirus disease, gloves, oxygen saturation, cross-infection, pulse oximeterAbstract
Background: Pulse oximeter is a painless and non-invasive device used to measure oxygen saturation level. In December 2019, an outbreak of coronavirus disease was caused by a novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-2). They are a large family of viruses that causes illness ranging from the common cold to the most severe disease such as MERS (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome) and SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome). Since it affects the respiratory system, the use of a Pulse oximeter has increased significantly to measure oxygen saturation level.Objective: The objective of the study is to analyze any discrepancy in the accuracy of pulse oximeter readings when taken with or without latex gloves. Method: A total of 100 individuals were selected who satisfied the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The pulse oximeter was placed on the right middle finger and a reading for oxygen saturation level in arterial blood was obtained after 3-5seconds. Two parameters such as reading with latex gloves and without latex gloves pulse oximeter reading were measured. The data obtained were statistically analyzed.Result: Upon statistical analysis no significant difference was found between the value on the patient wearing gloves or without wearing gloves.
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