Oximeters and Oximetry
Pulse Oximeters: How and When They Work By Lily – Registered Respiratory Therapist
Pulse Oximeters: How and When They Work By Lily – Registered Respiratory Therapist
Our inventory of oximeters and oximetry equipment provides a convenient, compact and reliable way to accurately monitor the blood-oxygen saturation levels (SpO2) and pulse rate for those undergoing CPAP or bi-level therapy. The careful monitoring of your oxygen saturation levels in your blood is a necessary step in sleep apnea therapy as it enables you to receive better overall care from your physician. We offer complete oximetry kits, oximetry modules, oximetry adapters and compact pulse oximeters from some of the most trusted brands physicians turn to time and again, including AG Industries, ResMed, and more.
Our reliable oximetry kits come complete with an oximeter, a sensor clip, a cable, a reusable soft sensor, and an oximetry adapter that connects the oximeter to a CPAP or bi-level machine. Unlike older models, this kit reports accurate blood oxygen saturation levels of patients without the need to provide a blood sample. Designed for comfort and convenience, the results can be stored remotely, which allows your doctor to access your information quickly and easily and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan.
In addition to complete oximetry kits, we have oximetry adapters and modules that are compatible with various CPAP and bi-level machines. These adapters and modules are created to easily attach to existing CPAP machines as a way to receive and record oxygen levels for physicians to be able to monitor. Pertinent information is safely stored on an SD card.
For those searching for the latest technologically advanced and easy-to-use pulse oximeters, you have come to the right place. Our collection of color LED pulse oximeters feature units that are impressively compact enough to be kept in a pocket and are loaded with such features as an easy-to-read bi-color OLED display, programmed with six display modes, auto off feature to save batteries, weak battery indicator and more.
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Why Do You Need An Oximeter at Home?
- Pam Schmidt RRT, RCP Respiratory Therapist @ Respshop
In a world that is changing, my clients want to monitor themselves more from home. How will they accomplish tracking themselves, and with what? Whether you have Asthma, COPD, Pneumonia, or Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), the IMDK pulse oximeter will help monitor your blood oxygen levels.
Why is it important to track or monitor your blood oxygen levels? As you breathe in air, your lungs fill up and absorb oxygen, allowing oxygen to enter your bloodstream. Oxygen is carried by your red blood cells to your tissues and vital organs within your body. Anytime you experience low oxygen levels, it ultimately is hurting your tissues and vital organs. If low oxygen levels continue and are not addressed by your physician, it could result in organ failure. The IMDK pulse oximeter is useful because it helps detect low blood oxygen levels. Trending the downward levels could signify that your lungs are not working up to their potential; therefore, needing to contact your physician.
This advanced IMDK pulse oximeter can monitor your blood oxygen levels not only during the day but also at night. The sleep function will keep a data record for 8 hours and starts to analyze after it has been monitored for at least 2 hours.
IMDK pulse oximeter measurement range is 70%-99% with a ±2 accuracy. It provides smooth operation and alarms to indicate your oxygen levels and heart rate. It is best used with your pointer or middle finger. To obtain the best results, IMDK pulse oximeter advises not to have nail polish or fake fingernails. It is also recommended to not be moving your hand when taking your pulse oximeter reading. All these things can manipulate your reading.
The IMDK pulse oximeter is easy to operate. Just press the power button once, put your finger into the pulse oximeter and you should have your reading within minutes. When you are finished just take your finger out of the pulse oximeter and it will turn off within 8-10 seconds. If you are going to utilize pulse oximetry for long periods, it is recommended to check and move the finger probe around from 1 finger to the next. This helps to ensure that there is no damage to your skin integrity, circulatory issues, and to be sure it is aligned correctly. Checking the pulse oximeter site should be looked at every 2 hours while in continuous mode. You will not need to move the oximeter if everything is looking good and there are no issues at that time. In conclusion, monitoring your pulse oximeter at home is just one part. It is a quick, noninvasive, and painless test. If you see any changes or trends in your pulse oximeter, please consult your local physician.