Getting To Know Your Device; Signs And Symbols - Medel PO01 Manual De Instrucciones

3. Getting to know your device

The Medel Oxygen PO 01 pulse oximeter provides a non-invasive measurement of the arterial
oxygen saturation (SpO
centage of haemoglobin in arterial blood that is loaded with oxygen. Therefore it is an important
parameter for assessing the respiratory function. To take a measurement, the pulse oximeter uses
two rays of light with differing wavelengths, which strike the finger inserted inside the housing.
A low oxygen saturation value generally indicates underlying illnesses (respiratory diseases,
asthma, heart failure etc.).
People with a low oxygen saturation value are more likely to experience the following symptoms:
shortness of breath, increased heart rate, weakness, nervousness and outbreaks of sweating. If
oxygen saturation is known to be chronically diminished, it requires monitoring using the pulse
oximeter under medical supervision. If you have acutely diminished oxygen saturation, with or
without the accompanying symptoms, you must consult a doctor immediately as it could lead
to a life-threatening situation. The pulse oximeter is particularly suitable for patients at risk such
as people with heart disease or asthma, but also for athletes and healthy people who exercise at
high altitude (e.g. mountaineers, skiers or amateur pilots).

4. Signs and symbols

The following symbols are used in these instructions for use, on the packaging and on the type
plate for the device:
100006_MEDEL OXYGEN PO01_USER MANUAL_REV.00_19.04.2016.indd 22
) and the heart rate (pulse rate). Oxygen saturation indicates the per-
2
WARNING
Warning instruction indicating a
risk of injury or damage to health
Manufacturer
22
10/06/2016 11:25:47