How to use a

PULSE OXIMETER
• Pulse oximeters are medical devices that show
the percentage of oxygen concentration in the
patient's blood.

• These devices have become essential in such

conditions of the pandemic where a patient's
blood oxygen levels require frequent
monitoring. 
• According to several reports, a normal level of
oxygen is usually 95% or higher.

• Some people with chronic lung disease or

sleep apnea can have normal level of around
90%.

• However, if your home SpO2 reading is lower

than 90%, it is best to call your health care
provider immediately.
What are the 2 readings on a pulse oximeter

• It shows two important readings:
 Pulse rate, recorded as beats per minute
 Oxygen saturation of haemoglobin in arterial
blood.

Pulse rate
Oxygen
Saturation
How to use pulse oximeter correctly (step by step process)

Step - 1

Put your
finger in the
oximeter
How to use pulse oximeter correctly (step by step process)

Step - 2
Press the
power
button to
start
How to use pulse oximeter correctly (step by step process)

Step - 3

Wait for 3-5

seconds for
measurement
How to use pulse oximeter correctly (step by step process)

Step - 4

Get accurate
SPO2 & Heart
rate results
• Make sure you don't have nail paints or henna
on your finger.

• Make sure that your hands are at normal

temperature, warm them by rubbing together
if you feel they're cold.

• Rest and make your body relaxed before

putting on the pulse oximeter.
• Make sure that the finger fits well and
the probe is not too tight (which would
constrict the circulation) or too loose (may fall
off or let other light in).