To validate patient readings obtained from a transcutaneous blood gas monitor, what should you do? A) Measure and compare the P_tcO₂ and P_tcCO₂ at three or more different sites. B) Compare the monitor's readings to a concurrent pulse oximetry reading. C) Compare the monitor's readings to those obtained with a concurrent ABG sample. D) Compare the patient reading to those obtained when calibrating the sensor.

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Once the electrodes are properly set up, the clinician should compare the monitor readings with those obtained with a concurrent ABG.

To Validate Patient Readings Obtained from a Transcutaneous Blood Gas