Oxygen saturation Measurement

Oxygen saturation Measurement:

Definition: Oxygen saturation measures the percentage of hemoglobin that is saturated with oxygen in arterial blood.

Equipment: A pulse oximeter is used to assess oxygen saturation, and it consists of a probe attached to a body site (finger, earlobe, forehead) and a display screen.

Procedure: Attach the probe to the selected site, ensure proper positioning and skin integrity, allow the device to read and stabilize, note the SpO2 percentage, and document the findings accurately. 

Use a pulse oximeter to measure SpO2 non-invasively.

Place the sensor on a vascular bed (e.g., finger, earlobe) and ensure a proper fit.

Allow the reading to stabilize, usually within a few seconds.

Record the SpO2 level accurately.

Consider factors that can affect oxygen saturation, such as circulation and skin pigmentation.