Quickly measured without a blood draw, pulse oximetry or SpO2 indicates the estimated oxygen saturation of red blood cells. It is an indirect measure, calculated through a clip-on fingertip device ...

Background Supplemental oxygen is the commonest ‘drug’ used in the NICU; goals of therapy is to maintain normoxia whilst minimising hyperoxemia and hypoxemia. Objectives To determine the percentage of ...

Normal blood oxygen levels mean that there is enough oxygen in your red blood cells to keep your vital organs and tissues functioning properly. You can easily check your blood oxygen levels with an ...

Introduction Targeted oxygenation protocols in mechanically ventilated patients are critical in avoiding the deleterious effects of hypoxaemia and hyperoxaemia. Peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) is ...

Introduction and Objectives The harms of hyperoxia are well recognised in COPD, with recommended peripheral oxygen saturations (SpO2) of 88–92%. Despite this, there is ongoing harm from excessive ...