PULSE OXIMETER WITH ALARMS

PULSE OXIMETER WITH ALARM INFORMATION

Pulse oximeters with alarms have either audible and visual notifications or vibration when oxygen saturation (SpO2 %) and/or heart rate readings exceed a pre-set value. Alarming oximeters allow the settings for both oxygen and pulse rate to be changed based on the user's needs.

Oximeters with alarms can be used for continuous, sleep, or home use. The audible alarms are loud enough on hand-helds and tabletops to wake a sleeping person or notify a nearby caregiver. Vibration alarms (no sound) are designed to only notify the person using the oximeter.

Hand-held, tabletop, finger, and wrist oximeters with optional alarms and the proper sized sensor can be used on infants, pediatrics, and adults.

Pulse oximeter alarm setting:

SpO2 - Alarms can be set for when the reading goes below a certain value. Most oximeters' default alarm setting is 90% or below.

Heart Rate - Alarms can be set for both low and high levels. Default alarm levels vary by manufacturer.