Pulse Oximeter
Definition:
An item designed for use in monitoring oxygen saturation in the blood, pulse rate, saturated oxygen trend, and pulse amplitude. May include visual and audible alarms, preset alarm parameters, alarm silencer, reusable finger probes, and the like.
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