The nurse writes up notes on a patient seen in the emergency room. In layman’s terms, translate the notes to explain what is happening.

48 y.o. male c/o SOB. Issues increase upon activity, decrease at rest. h/o COPD pulse oximetry 81%

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Answer: 48 Year old male complains of Shortness of breath, issues increase upon acticity, decrease at rest. history of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(Coughing disease) pulse oximetry 81% Which 81% is normal.

Explanation: your welcome, brainliest?

Pulse oximetry is the measure of oxygen in your blood. 81% is NOT normal.

A normal level of oxygen is usually 95% or higher. Some people with chronic lung disease or sleep apnea can have normal levels around 90%.