FINGERPRINT PULSE OXIMETER

INSTRUCTIONS

By:
Sunidhi Sharma
40190615
 FINGERPRINT PULSE OXIMETER
▪ A clip-like, cuboidal testing device
▪ Measures Blood Oxygen Saturation Level
(SpO2)
▪ Provides a reading within seconds
▪ No invasive means

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 PURPOSE
▪ Measure the SpO2 level
▪ Monitor pulse rate
▪ Evaluating the effectiveness of a
new medicine

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 STEPS TO FOLLOW

1. Rest your hand on your chest at heart

level and hold still.

2. Switch the oximeter on and place it

on your finger.

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 STEPS TO FOLLOW

3. Keep it in place for at least a minute.

4. Check the readings - oxygen level and

heart rate. Identify which one's which.

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 STEPS TO FOLLOW
5. Take note of any reading that stays the same
for at least 5 seconds.

6. Remove the oximeter from the finger.

7. Record the readings on a smartphone app or

in a paper diary as required.

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 CAUTIONS
▪ Remove any sort of nail paint or fake nails.
▪ Ensure the device’s security on the finger.
▪ Take at least 3 readings.
▪ Know the normal range of measurements for your age and health condition.
▪ Make sure that you’ve been resting for at least 5 minutes before using the
device.
▪ Warm your hands if they are cold.
 IMPORTANT NOTES

▪ Most accurate reading - Middle finger of the right hand

▪ For an average healthy adult,
Normal range for oxygen saturation – 95 to 100%
Normal pulse rate – 60 to 100 beats/min.
 CONCLUSION

Summary Things to Note Cautions

• Switch it on • Middle Finger of the • Remove nail paint

• Place on Finger Right Hand • Warm your hands

• Hold still for a minute • Average range: • Extra readings

• Record the readings (95-100% SpO2; • Consult your health

provider
60-100 beats/min)
REFERENCES
[1] braunhealthcare.com
[2] shutterstock.com
[3] youtube.com/c/NHS
[4] healthnavigator.org.nz
[5] getwellue.com