Vital signs and reportingQuestion 1359 of 1700

What is the target SpO2 range for an adult?

  1. 80 to 85 percent
  2. 70 to 75 percent
  3. 94 to 98 percent
  4. 99 to 100 percent only
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Correct answer: 94 to 98 percent

Clients with COPD often have a lower normal range, such as 88 to 92 percent.

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

Practice vital signs and reporting

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026