When monitoring oxygen saturation in an anesthetized patient, at what point does the level of saturation warrant corrective action?
A)97% oxygenation
B)95% oxygenation
C)90-95% oxygenation
D)Anything less than 85% oxygenation

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When monitoring oxygen saturation in an anesthetized patient, saturation of 90-95% warrants corrective action. If this is not corrected promptly, and the level decreases to less than 90% oxygenation, the patient will experience hypoxemia. Normally, while on assistive oxygen, the saturation will be in excess of 95%.

When Monitoring Oxygen Saturation in an Anesthetized Patient, at What