What is the normal oxygen saturation range in a pulse oximeter, and how should a COVID-19 patient use it?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
My father is diabetic and was diagnosed with COVID-19. The doctor asked me to use a pulse oximeter to check his oxygen levels.
- Why does a COVID-19 patient need a pulse oximeter?
- What is the normal pulse oximeter range, and how should I use it?
I hope this helps.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I can understand your concern.
A pulse oximeter helps check blood oxygen levels. COVID-19 patients develop hypoxia when the infection is severe and damages the lungs. We need a pulse oximeter to check the patient's hypoxia, or oxygen levels.
The normal range of oxygen saturation is above 94%. I suggest you admit him if his value is below 90%.
I hope this helps answer your query.
Please let me know if I can assist you further.
Thank you.
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