room oxygen saturation
rm_o2satDefinition
ISO-11179 Definition
The recorded blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) measurement captured in association with a specific patient room, typically linked to bedside monitoring equipment. Supports clinical documentation of vital signs and continuous patient monitoring in inpatient care settings.
Standard Abbreviation
rm_o2sat
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