5 Parameters of Patient Monitor

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BLT or Biolight patient monitor typically tracks several key parameters to monitor a patient’s vital signs. A patient monitor typically measures and displays key physiological parameters of a patient in real-time. Here are the five primary parameters often found in a standard patient monitor:

1. Heart Rate (HR)

• Measured using electrocardiogram (ECG) or pulse.
• Indicates the number of heartbeats per minute.
• Useful for detecting arrhythmias, bradycardia, or tachycardia.

2. Blood Pressure (BP)

• Non-invasive (NIBP): Measured with a cuff and oscillometric method.
• Invasive (IBP): Uses an arterial catheter for continuous monitoring.
• Displays systolic, diastolic, and mean arterial pressure (MAP).

3. Oxygen Saturation (SpO₂)

• Measured using pulse oximetry.
• Indicates the percentage of oxygen in the blood.
• Normal range: 95-100%.

4. Respiratory Rate (RR)

• Measured via impedance or capnography.
• Represents the number of breaths per minute.
• Helps monitor respiratory function and detect abnormalities.

5. Temperature

• Monitors body temperature, either through skin or core temperature sensors.
• Can use thermistor or thermocouple technology.

These parameters are crucial for assessing a patient’s overall condition, especially in critical care or during surgeries. Additional parameters like CO₂ (End-Tidal Carbon Dioxide), cardiac output, and EEG (brain activity) may also be monitored depending on the situation.