Think Pulse Oximetry
Pulse Oximetry is a non-invasive method of monitoring the percentage of haemoglobin (hb) which is saturated with oxygen (SpO2)
PULSE OXIMETRY THE THREE ASSUMPTIONS
- All pulses are arterial blood
- All Light passes through the vascular bed
- There is adequate haemoglobin concentration
HOW ARE SpO2 MEASUREMENTS MADE?
Sp02 is calculated by measuring the absorption of light
Choosing the correct sensor for your patient... Reuseable = Spot check/short term monitoring Single Patient Use = Short or long term monitoring. Helps to minimise the risk of cross contamination
Nellcor™ OxiMax™ Single Patient Use and ReuseableSpO2 Sensor range
(Weight recommendations and length of use guidelines)
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