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This guide explains how to read a hospital monitor, covering essential vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation. Learn what each number represents, how to interpret readings, and when to worry. Understand common alarms and how to stay calm. Aimed at patients and families, this guide helps demystify the numbers on a heart rate monitor and other hospital equipment for better understanding and peace of mind.

Learn how to read an EKG with a systematic checklist and how do you count heart rate on ecg using big-box and 6-second methods. Avoid common setup mistakes.

This article explores pre- and post-ductal sats in neonatal care, emphasizing the clinical significance of preductal measurements and preductal vs. postductal differences. It details proper techniques, interpretation, and guidelines for using these values to screen for critical congenital heart disease, enabling early detection and improved outcomes in newborns.

This article explores the key differences between SpO₂, SaO₂, and PaO₂, which are essential for assessing oxygen levels in the blood. It highlights the use of SpO₂ sensors for quick, non-invasive assessments in emergency settings and compares SpO₂ vs SaO₂ and SaO₂ vs PaO₂ for more precise insights in critically ill patients. The PaO₂-FIO₂ ratio is explained as a critical tool for evaluating ARDS severity.

The article also covers the Oxygen-Hemoglobin Dissociation Curve and its role in oxygen delivery, alongside the limitations of each measurement method. By understanding these differences, healthcare professionals can make informed decisions to improve patient care, especially in ICU settings and for managing chronic respiratory conditions. Key terms such as SpO₂ vs PaO₂, SaO₂ meaning, and SpO₂ vs PaO₂ are addressed for a comprehensive understanding.