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Pulse oximeter
In pulse oximeter sometimes it is showing 92,93,94 when we remove and keep it again it is showing 96, 97,98 . How long we have to keep it for correct reading
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Oximeter should of good company. It should check on index or middle fonger. Hand should dry and warm, kept at chest level. It should be check after 1 -2 minutes after applying for correct reading.
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Dr. Namita Chandra
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32 yrs exp
Lucknow
You should change the batteries if they are weak. Also compare with another pulse oximeter.
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Dr. Kingson John David
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Thoothukudi
Pulse Oximeter is best to use in index or middle finger
It can show variations if hand is chill or wet
To get correct reading of pulse oximeter
1. Keep hands warm
². Keep hands rested in table on chest level or directly above the chest
³. Keep pulseoximeter in finger for 2mins before you get reading.
4. Do not shake hands while taking reading
Next Steps
If spo² is low , check on battery status
even if spo2 is low , book consultation online
Health Tips
Drink plenty of water
avoid caffeine
Be relaxed before taking pulseoximeter reading
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Dr. Shraddha Das
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Agartala
Take a 6 minute walk and thn measure spo2, keep for 1 minute for more accurate spo2.
Why are you checking pulse oxymeter do you have any symptoms?
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