Oxygen and pulse oximetry in childhood pneumonia: a survey of healthcare providers in resource-limited settings.

Globally, pneumonia is the leading cause of death in children <5 years of age. Hypoxemia, a frequent complication of pneumonia, is a risk factor for death. To better understand the availability of oxygen and pulse oximetry, barriers to use and provider perceptions and practices regarding thei...

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Main Authors: Ginsburg, A, Van Cleve, W, Thompson, M, English, M
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2012