An oximeter is a sensory device that is placed on a part of the patient's body, usually a fingertip or the earlobe, or if used on an infant, it is placed across the foot.
The pulse oximeter readings are easily read and offer fairly accurate oxygen levels when checked daily. Pulse oximeters are inexpensive, require little or no prescription, and are non-invasive. Most FDA-approved pulse oximeters are used by placing them on a...