A transcutaneous partial pressure of oxygen (PₜᴄO₂)reading is reliable in which of the following situations?
A) Hypothermia
B) Septic shock
C) Infant respiratory distress syndrome
D) Elevated peripheral (cutaneous) resistance

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A reduction in cutaneous circulation will dramatically affect the measurement of transcutaneous partial pressure of oxygen (PₜᴄO₂).This situation is caused by hypothermia,septic shock,and elevated peripheral resistance.PₜᴄO₂ measurements have been shown to be reliable for neonates.

A Transcutaneous Partial Pressure of Oxygen (PₜᴄO₂)reading Is Reliable in Which