Pulse Oximetry
3 articles
How pulse oximeters work, what SpO2 readings mean, and choosing portable units for field use.
Pulse Oximeter Accuracy: What Causes False Readings in the Field
Pulse oximeters are a field-health mainstay, but skin pigmentation, poor perfusion, and motion can a...
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Occult Hypoxemia: Why Pulse Oximeter Accuracy Varies by Skin Pigmentation
Pulse oximeters can overestimate oxygen levels in patients with darker skin. What the evidence shows...
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Choosing a Portable Pulse Oximeter for Field Use: The Specs That Actually Matter
A procurement guide to the specs that separate a field-durable pulse oximeter from a bedside device...
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