Hand Held Pulse Oximeters

Handheld Pulse Oximeter Information

Key Benefits of a Handheld Pulse Oximeter:

• Portability - Handheld pulse oximeters can weigh as little as two ounces. They are designed to be held during measurement but can also rest in an optional docking station and act like a tabletop oximeter.
• Memory - Handheld pulse oximeters with optional memory can record oxygen and heart rate information. This data can be transferred and viewed in a report on a Windows PC using a download cable and NVISION.
• Alarms - Handheld pulse oximeters with optional alarms can be configured to have audible and visual alarms when pre-selected values for heart rate and oxygen level are reached.
• Neonate, Pediatric to Adult - Handheld pulse oximeters sold by Turner Medical work on neonates, pediatrics, and adults. All handheld oximeters come with an adult clip sensor. A suitable sized sensor for neonate and pediatric applications must be purchased separately. Turner Medical offers "sensor swaps" to replace the adult sensor with a comparable neonate/pediatric sensor.
• Reusable / Disposable Sensors - Handheld pulse oximeters have multiple sensor options. Turner Medical carries a full line of reusable and disposable sensors from neonate to adult compatible with handheld oximeters.
• Durable with Warranty - Turner Medical sells oximeters with a manufacturer’s warranty. All handheld pulse oximeters have at least a two-year warranty and service centers in the United States.
• Fast Readings - Handheld pulse oximeters provide accurate readings within seconds, making them ideal for spot checks on multiple patients.
• Multiple Power Options - Handheld pulse oximeters have multiple power options (battery or docking station). The Nonin 2500 series has an optional docking station (2500CC-UNIV).

Handheld Pulse Oximeter Limitations:

• No Nurse Call - Handheld pulse oximeters do not have a nurse call option.
• Sensor During Sleep - Handheld oximeters can be used for sleep screenings, but the sensor cable may get tangled or fall off during movement while sleeping. We recommend wrist pulse oximeters if alarms are not required for sleep studies.