MethodsĪ decision tree model was created to compare intermittent pulse oximetry versus continuous pulse oximetry and capnography monitoring.
This study modeled the cost and length of stay savings, investment break-even point, and likelihood of cost savings for continuous pulse oximetry and capnography monitoring of general care floor patients at risk for respiratory depression. Despite the high incidence of respiratory depression on the general care floor and evidence that continuous monitoring improves patient outcomes, the cost–benefit of continuous pulse oximetry and capnography monitoring of general care floor patients remains unknown.
