User's Manual

6. SpO
2
Monitoring
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CAUTI O N
Precautions for Use of adhesive sensor, MAX-N
Do not reuse the sensor on other patients. This is a sterilized product and it
is intended for single patient use only.
Circulation distal on the sensor site should be checked routinely. The site
must be inspected every 8 hours to ensure adhesion, skin integrity, and
correct optical alignment. If skin integrity changes, move the sensor to
another site.
Do not use the sensor on patients who exhibit allergic reactions to the
adhesive tape.
Failure to apply the sensor properly may cause incorrect measurements.
While the sensor is designed to reduce the effects of ambient light,
excessive light may cause inaccurate measurements. In such cases, cover
the sensor with an opaque material.
If the sensor is wrapped too tightly or supplemental tape is applied, venous
pulsations may lead to inaccurate saturation measurements.
Excessive motion may compromise performance. In such cases, try to keep
the patient still, or change the sensor site to one with less motion.
Intravascular dyes or externally applied coloring such as nail polish, dye, or
pigmented cream may lead to inaccurate measurements.
Do not pull the sensor cable to remove the sensor from the equipment.
In the event of damage to the sterile packaging, do NOT use. Make sure to
check whether the packaging and product is cracked or damaged before
use. If there is any damage.
Do not immerse in water or cleaning solutions. Do not resterilize.
For additional warnings, cautions or contraindications when using sensors
with the LX-7230N, refer to each Nellcor SpO
2
sensor instruction manual.