Pulse Oximeters in the Backcountry
About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of pulse oximeters in making critical health decisions in the backcountry.
In the backcountry, decisions matter. And sometimes the only difference between a good outcome and a bad one is knowing when to stop, when to descend, and when to listen to what the body is telling you. In this podcast we talk about a small device that’s making its way into more packs, first-aid kits, and expedition gear — the pulse oximeter. You’ve probably seen one in a hospital or clinic. But what does it really tell you when you’re miles from a trailhead, at altitude, in the c...
Topics covered
- backcountry medicine
- pulse oximeters
- health monitoring
- decision making
- wilderness safety
Keywords
- pulse oximeter
- backcountry
- health decisions
- altitude
- first-aid
Mentioned in this episode
Products: pulse oximeter
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