A pulse oximeter is a non-invasive medical device that measures the oxygen saturation level (SpO₂) of the blood and the pulse rate. Typically clipped onto a fingertip, it utilizes light beams to estimate how much oxygen is being carried in the blood without the need for a blood sample.
Key Features:
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Measurement Parameters:
- Oxygen Saturation (SpO₂): Indicates the percentage of hemoglobin in the blood saturated with oxygen.
- Pulse Rate: Displays the number of heartbeats per minute.
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Display: Equipped with a digital screen, often LED or OLED, that shows real-time readings.
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Portability: Compact and lightweight design allows for easy transport and use in various settings, including home, clinical, and outdoor environments.
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Ease of Use: Simple operation, typically involving placing the device on a fingertip and pressing a button to obtain readings within seconds.
Applications:
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Medical Monitoring: Used in healthcare settings to monitor patients with respiratory or cardiac conditions, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, pneumonia, and heart failure.
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Home Health Care: Enables individuals to monitor their oxygen levels and pulse rate at home, which is particularly useful for managing chronic conditions or during respiratory infections.
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Fitness and Altitude Activities: Athletes and individuals engaging in high-altitude activities, like mountain climbing, may use pulse oximeters to assess their oxygen saturation levels.
Considerations:
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Accuracy: Factors such as skin pigmentation, nail polish, artificial nails, and poor circulation can affect accuracy. Recent studies have indicated that pulse oximeters may be less accurate in individuals with darker skin tones.
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Limitations: While useful for monitoring oxygen saturation, pulse oximeters do not measure carbon dioxide levels and may not detect all respiratory issues. They should not replace professional medical assessment.
Technical Specifications:
- Portable non-invasive oximeter with bluetooth connectivity
- Pulse Rate
- Oxygen Level
- High Accuracy
- Duracell battery
- with zip pouch
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