pulse ox
The term "pulse ox" is a shorthand for pulse oximetry, a crucial tool in medical diagnostics to measure blood oxygen levels.
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Definition
B2Medical Diagnostics
(colloquial, technical)A test that measures the oxygen saturation level in the blood using a small device.
Example
- The nurse used a pulse ox to check the patient's oxygen levels.
- During the check-up, the doctor clipped a pulse ox onto my finger.
B2Medical Equipment
(colloquial, technical)A device that measures how much oxygen is carried by the blood.
Example
- The pulse ox showed a reading of 98% oxygen saturation.
- Emergency responders often use a pulse ox to quickly assess a patient's respiratory status.
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