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Don't fall for false claims to be 'NHS approved', which you might spot in some pulse oximeter marketing info. A pair of Redwing boots in burgundy looks slightly dressier than the same style in brown, and a factory floor is no place for a pair of rich, oxblood work boots. Not that you’d do manual labour in any of these. Save them for date night outfits and smart-casual offices. Attach the clip of the pulse oximeter onto your index finger (the finger next to your thumb) or your middle finger, and wait for the readings to appear on the screen.

We've listed some of the phrases you might see when you're looking for a pulse oximeter, and what they mean:

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Display orientation Some pulse oximeters give you the option to rotate the display so it's easier to read when the device is on your finger. Wear them with: slim indigo denim, a sweatshirt and, if the weather calls for it, a proper winter coat. If you need a pulse oximeter, your doctor will usually advise you to buy one. You might not even need to buy it yourself, as it might be supplied by the NHS, depending on your condition and circumstances.

Ensure your hand is warm to the touch, then sit down and let it rest on your chest for about five minutes before switching on the pulse oximeter.

Make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before using the pulse oximeter. The finger you are going to use shouldn't have any nail varnish or a false nail on it, as these make it hard to obtain an accurate reading. Even in oxblood, however, this is still a utilitarian shoe that looks as good with hardy workwear as it does with relaxed tailoring. If you've been told by a medical professional that you should use a pulse oximeter at home, you need to make sure you're using it as effectively as possible to get the most accurate picture of your health. To prove that oxblood shoes deserve a spot in your rotation, we’ve found the most wearable types of shoes you can find in the shade. You deserve at least one of them. Loafers

Once the numbers have stopped changing and reached a steady average, record your readings. You can then remove the pulse oximeter and put it away until you need it next. As any menswear aficionado will know, brogues aren’t a specific type of shoe. The term just refers to the statement perforations on the leather, and those can be applied to Oxfords, Derbies or anything else. Brogues do have their own character, though, one that walks a masculine line between smart and casual, and is a little less town and a little more country. SpO2 reading A measurement of how much oxygen is in your blood. Every pulse oximeter has this feature, as it's the main thing they're designed to measure. A SpO2 reading of less than 92% (or 88% for those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) can suggest someone is seriously ill and needs immediate medical attention.

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Read our guide to the best digital thermometers - we also explain the different types to help you choose The burgundy shade of oxblood goes with just about any trouser colour, so it’s a great versatile alternative to have in your wardrobe. A pair of classic denim or white jeans work well with oxblood boots, and although the burgundy hue gives an autumnal feel, it can work across seasons when paired with light and white denim.

Perfusion index Usually only pricier pulse oximeters will have this feature. It measures the ratio of pulsating to non-pulsating blood in your finger, and is used as an indication of how strong your blood flow is. Most people are unlikely to need this on a regular basis, and we don't test it in our lab. Our investigation into cheap pulse oximeters sold on online marketplaces revealed a Wild West of uncertified models which didn't have the required CE marks to be sold in the UK, along with products claiming NHS endorsement, which they didn't have.

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Pulse oximeters are useful monitoring devices to have at home for certain groups of people, such as those who are prone to respiratory failure, suffer from a chronic respiratory condition or require oxygen therapy. For these patients, a drop in oxygen levels could point to something much more serious. Pulse rate The number of times your heart beats per minute. For a healthy adult, this is usually around 60-100bpm. On most pulse oximeters this is displayed as a number, but it can also be in the form of a bar graph or plethysmographic waveform (a continuous curve showing your heart rate).