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Objectives: We initiated an outpatient pulse oximetry program to facilitate more rapid detection of clinical deterioration of persons with COVID-19.

Methods: Vermont residents in non-congregate settings with laboratory-confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection were eligible for inclusion.

Results: Acceptance of pulse oximetry occurred more frequently among those who were older or symptomatic, spoke English, or who had underlying medical conditions.

Conclusions: We provide the first description of an outpatient pulse oximetry program for COVID-19 by a state health department in the U.S.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8390119PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.puhip.2021.100186DOI Listing

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