Ep157 SpO2: Pulse Oximetry Explained

What does that little finger clip actually tell you?
In this episode, we explain SpO2 and pulse oximetry—how it measures oxygen levels in the blood and why it can be a valuable tool in first aid.

Learn what normal readings look like, when low oxygen levels become concerning, how oxygen therapy practices have changed, and why some patients may normally run lower numbers.

Because a pulse oximeter gives useful data—but the patient always tells the bigger story.

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