Vital signs and reportingQuestion 480 of 1700

Which device measures oxygen saturation?

  1. A stadiometer
  2. A sphygmomanometer cuff only
  3. A tympanic probe
  4. A pulse oximeter
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Correct answer: A pulse oximeter

Oxygen saturation is measured with a pulse oximeter.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 7.4: Obtaining Vital Signs

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026