Beurer medical IPO 61, Instructions For Use Manual

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3. Getting to know your device
The Beurer IPO 61 pulse oximeter provides a non-invasive measurement of the arterial
oxygen saturation (SpO2) and the heart rate (pulse rate). Oxygen saturation indicates
the percentage of haemoglobin in arterial blood that is loaded with oxygen. Therefore
it is an important parameter for assessing the respiratory function. To take a meas-
urement, 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).