A bedside monitor is a medical device that continuously tracks a patient’s vital signs and shares this data with the medical team. It is commonly used in clinical settings such as intensive care units (ICU), emergency departments, or operating rooms. This device continuously monitors parameters such as cardiac activity (ECG), respiratory rate, oxygen saturation (SpO2), blood pressure, body temperature, and end-tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO2). Additionally, some bedside monitors may include features for invasive monitoring parameters (e.g., intra-arterial blood pressure). Bedside monitors display these parameters in real-time and allow for rapid intervention in response to critical changes. This device is crucial for closely monitoring a patient’s clinical condition and enabling prompt responses to potential emergencies.
