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What are the 2 readings on a pulse oximeter?

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Dr. Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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Blood Oxygen Saturation (SpO2): The measurement that indicates what percentage of blood is saturated. Pulse Rate: Pulse rate is heart rate that indicates the number of times a heart beats per minute.

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