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Most of time, I measure oxygen index finger and it comes 96-97( fluctuations) and it comes 98( fixed) middle finger or right side. What is correct way to read oximeter and how longs should we keep finger stable on oxiometer for correct reading ??
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Wait atleast 10 seconds for the pulse oximeter to record the reading accurately
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