Pulse oxygen readings for emergency breathing trouble
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study checks if the difference between two types of oxygen readings can help doctors understand how serious your breathing problem is in the emergency room. It might help improve care for people with shortness of breath.
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Who can take part
- You are 19 years or older.
- You came to the emergency room because of shortness of breath.
- Your condition is urgent (level 1-3 on a standard emergency scale).
- You have no major hand or face injuries, no burns, and no nail polish.
- You are not pregnant and are Korean.
- You can agree to join the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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