My search on the topic only revealed a 2006 thread so I apologize if this has been covered before. I'm putting together an oxygen kit and was wondering if a finger tip pulse ox meter would be of any value. It does not appear that nitrogen in the bloodstream would register on the clip on devices. Will a conscious DCS patient show a reduced blood oxygen level?
The Red Cross recommends reducing oxygen flow or switching to a lower flow delivery device once pulse ox hits 100%. Would this apply to a DCS patient or should they stay on a non rebreather mask at 15lpm until the next level of help is available? If the nitrogen registers as oxygen...I would guess leave the O2 cranked up.....
Thanks in advance for the response.
Jay
The Red Cross recommends reducing oxygen flow or switching to a lower flow delivery device once pulse ox hits 100%. Would this apply to a DCS patient or should they stay on a non rebreather mask at 15lpm until the next level of help is available? If the nitrogen registers as oxygen...I would guess leave the O2 cranked up.....
Thanks in advance for the response.
Jay