Nasal Alar SpO2 sensor for monitoring oxygen saturation by pulse oximetry

Equality considerations

NICE is committed to promoting equality, eliminating unlawful discrimination and fostering good relations between people with particular protected characteristics and others. In producing guidance and advice, NICE aims to comply fully with all legal obligations to: promote race and disability equality and equality of opportunity between men and women, eliminate unlawful discrimination on grounds of race, disability, age, sex, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity (including women post-delivery), sexual orientation, and religion or belief (these are protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010).

People with low peripheral perfusion as a result of comorbid conditions are likely to be classed as disabled under the Equality Act 2010, as their condition may affect their ability to carry out daily activities. The device is only indicated for people over 30 kg, so is unsuitable for small children, babies and neonates.