In answer to the question as asked - no, it isn't particularly useful. Pulse oximetry is a useful monitoring and diagnostic aid but wouldn't be particularly useful as a first aid device. read more
Pulse oximetry is a useful monitoring and diagnostic aid but wouldn't be particularly useful as a first aid device. Pulse oximetry only measures the saturation of oxygen, not how effectively an individual is ventilating - a crucial difference for patients with conditions such as asthma, emphysema or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. read more