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Using a finger hr/o2 meter. what can cause the meter to stop detecting pulse? when arm is in certain positions, meter blanks-out, move arm, pulse back
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So: It has to positioned right and fingers be warm to detect the pulse and oxygen saturation, home use monitors aren't meant for continuous monitoring, rather for spot checks
Answered 11/1/2018
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