Darwinism : The Most Important Contribution of the Victorian Era. By Zachary L., Holmdel, NJ. More by this author. Charles Darwinâs revolutionary idea of evolution sparked dramatic debate in the scientific and, most especially, religious communities, as well as inspiring a new wave of thought in the minds of the world.
Pulse oximetry is a procedure used to measure the oxygen level (or oxygen saturation) in the blood. It is considered to be a noninvasive, painless, general indicator of oxygen delivery to the peripheral tissues (such as the finger, earlobe, or nose).
âPulse oximetry is one of the parameters used for diagnosis, but it can also be a tool to monitor ongoing treatment. A case in pointâa doctor with breathing problems used pulse oximetry one night to establish a baseline.