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The Effect of Pulse Oximeter Probe Replacement Interval on Pressure Injury Development in Intensive Care Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Sponsor: Emine Arici Parlak
Summary
Patients admitted to intensive care units (ICUs) are at increased risk of medical device-related pressure injuries (MDRPIs) due to the prolonged use of monitoring devices. Pulse oximeter probes are routinely used for continuous monitoring of oxygen saturation and pulse rate and may contribute to pressure injury development when left in the same position for extended periods (Torp et al., 2023). Current international guidelines recommend regular assessment of the skin and repositioning of medical devices but do not specify an optimal repositioning interval (National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel, European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel, \& Pan Pacific Pressure Injury Alliance, 2019). This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of different pulse oximeter probe replacement intervals on the development of pressure injuries in adult ICU patients. The findings are expected to provide evidence to guide clinical practice and improve the prevention of medical device-related pressure injuries.
Official title: "The Effect of Pulse Oximeter Probe Replacement Interval on Pressure Injury Development in Intensive Care Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial"
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
432
Start Date
2026-07-01
Completion Date
2026-12-25
Last Updated
2026-07-15
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Pulse Oximeter Probe Repositioning Every 2 Hours
The pulse oximeter probe will be placed on the patient's right index finger and repositioned every 2 hours. After 2 hours, the probe will be removed, the skin will be assessed for pressure injury using the Skin Assessment Form, and the probe will be repositioned according to the study protocol.
Pulse Oximeter Probe Repositioning Every 4 Hours
The pulse oximeter probe will remain in the same position for 4 hours in accordance with routine intensive care unit practice. After 4 hours, the probe will be removed, the skin will be assessed for pressure injury using the Skin Assessment Form, and routine care will continue.
Locations (1)
Univerisy of HelathSciences Turkiye Gulhane Faculty of Nursing
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)