Routine Oxygen Saturation Measurement on the Newborn Pulse Oximetry CA5175 v3.1
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A clinical guideline for the Routine Oxygen Saturation Measurement on the New-born Pulse Oximetry
Role of routine pre discharge pulse oximetry screening in delivery suite and postnatal ward to improve early detection of critical cyanotic congenital heart disease CCHD in asymptomatic new-born babies.
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27.07.2021Date Review
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This guideline has been approved by the Trust's Clinical Guidelines Assessment Panel as an aid to the diagnosis and management of relevant patients and clinical circumstances. Not every patient or situation fits neatly into a standard guideline scenario and the guideline must be interpreted and applied in practice in the light of prevailing clinical circumstances, the diagnostic and treatment options available and the professional judgement, knowledge and expertise of relevant clinicians. It is advised that the rationale for any departure from relevant guidance should be documented in the patient's case notes.The Trust's guidelines are made publicly available as part of the collective endeavour to continuously improve the quality of healthcare through sharing medical experience and knowledge. The Trust accepts no responsibility for any misunderstanding or misapplication of this document.