¿Qué es un oxímetro de pulso?
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2022-06-30
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LEPU
Introducción
Pulse Oxímetros have become increasingly popular over the past year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But what exactly is a pulse Oxímetro, and how does it work? In this blog, we'll answer these questions and more.
¿Qué es un oxímetro de pulso?
A pulse Oxímetro is a small electronic device measuring oxygen saturation in a person's blood. It's a non-invasive way to monitor how well oxygen is transported from the lungs to the rest of the body. Pulse Oxímetros including a Oxímetro del pulso de la yema del dedo, and Oxímetro de pulso de mano can also measure a person's heart rate.
How does a pulse Oxímetro work?
A pulse Oxímetro works by shining a light through a person's finger or earlobe. The light passes through the skin and into the blood vessels. Oxygenated and deoxygenated blood absorbs different amounts of light, so the pulse Oxímetro can calculate the oxygen saturation in the blood by comparing the amount of light absorbed.
When should you use a pulse Oxímetro?
Pulse Oxímetros are commonly used in hospitals and doctor's offices to monitor patients with respiratory or cardiovascular issues. They can also be used at home by people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, or other respiratory conditions. Additionally, pulse Oxímetros have become popular among athletes and hikers to monitor their oxygen levels at high altitudes.
¿Qué significan las lecturas?
The oxygen saturation reading on a pulse Oxímetro is expressed as a percentage. A healthy person's oxygen saturation level should be between 95-100%. If the reading is below 90%, it may indicate that the person is not getting enough oxygen and should seek medical attention.
Conclusión
In conclusion, a pulse Oxímetro is a small electronic device that measures the oxygen saturation in a person's blood. It's a non-invasive way to monitor how well oxygen is being transported from the lungs to the rest of the body. Pulse Oxímetros are commonly used in hospitals and doctor's offices to monitor patients with respiratory or cardiovascular issues, and can also be used at home by people with chronic respiratory conditions. With the recent COVID-19 pandemic, pulse Oxímetros have become increasingly popular for monitoring oxygen levels at home.
