User's Manual

6. SpO
2
Monitoring
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CAUTI O N
Precautions for Use of adhesive sensors, MAX-FAST
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 12 hours to ensure adhesion, skin integrity, and
correct position. Because individual skin condition affects the ability of the
skin to tolerate sensor placement, it may be necessary to change the sensor
site more frequently with some patients.
Do not use the OXIMAX
®
MAX-FAST sensor on patients who exhibit allergic
reactions to the adhesive pad; for patients who perspire profusely; or under
conditions where the patient is in the Trendelenburg position (head lower
than the heart).
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.
Do not use tape with the sensor. Use of additional tape or other types of
adhesives may cause skin damage.
Applying the headband too tightly can lead to inaccurate saturation
measurements, or possibly to temporary pressure marks from sensor.
Excessive motion may compromise performance. In such cases, try to keep
the patient still, or change the sensor site to one with less motion.
For patients in a prone position, venous pooling and/or pulsation may cause
inaccurate SpO
2
readings. Use of the headband is advised.
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 and headband
instruction manual.