By Sotera Wireless
The ViSi Mobile® Reusable cNIBP & SpO2 Thumb Sensor
ViSi Mobile SpO2
- Sotera’s thumb sensor is placed around the base of the thumb and captures the princeps pollicis artery
- Less dependent on changes in peripheral vascular resistance
- Enhances patient comfort
- Is less likely to fall off
- Provides additional freedom of movement not found in finger based pulse oximeters
- Inspect the skin at sensor site every 8 hours
Traditional SpO2
- Typical SpO2 sensor is a reusable clip or disposable sensor, attached to the tip of the index or middle finger
- Typical SpO2 measured through capillary bed
- Placement on tip of finger limits patient mobility
- Easier to fall off
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