Oxygen Saturation Monitoring in Children

This learning provides an understanding of the underlying knowledge and theory regarding safe use of an oxygen saturation monitor for children.

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1 hour

This learning provides an understanding of the underlying knowledge and theory regarding safe use of an oxygen saturation monitor for children.

Applicable audience	This learning is suitable for learners who work in a health, care or school setting and support children who have additional healthcare needs.
Pre-requisites	There are no pre-requisites required for this learning.
Delivery method	This learning is delivered by a virtual classroom.
Duration	This learning will take approximately 1 hour to complete.
Materials and resources required	Learners should have access to a computer with an internet connection and Microsoft Teams.
Refresher	This learning should be completed as required.
Minimum/maximum learner numbers	A minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 learners are required for this learning.

The aim of this learning is to enable the learner to competently use an oxygen saturation monitor for children.

Describe safe practice in the use of an oxygen saturation monitor for a child in your care
Explain the process in preparation of the child and environment before performing the skill
Explain the process in connecting a child to the oxygen saturation monitor
Identify any issues that may arise and how to take appropriate action