Product Manual

2036991-001C CARESCAPE V100 Vital Signs Monitor 8-7
Ohmeda TruSignal SpO2: Procedures
Procedures
1. Select a sensor that is appropriate for the patient and the clinical situation.
NOTE: Use only TruSignal OxiTip+ sensors and interconnect cables. Use of
another pulse oximetry cable will have an adverse effect on
performance. Do not attach any cable that is intended for
computer use to the sensor port. Do not connect any device other
than TruSignal-approved sensor to the sensor connector.
WARNING
Do not use a damaged sensor or one with exposed electrical
contacts. Do not use sensor, cables, or connectors that appear
damaged.
2. Following the directions for use supplied with the sensor, apply the sensor to
the patient.
WARNINGS
Patient safety:
If the sensor is not applied properly, the patient’s skin could be
injured or the ability of the V100 Monitor to measure oxygen
saturation could be compromised. For example, a clip-on
sensor should never be taped shut. Taping the sensor could
damage the patient’s skin or impair the venous return, thus
causing venous pulsation and inaccurate measurement of
oxygen saturation.
Excessive pressure from the sensor may cause necrosis of the skin.
For additional warnings and information, refer to the TruSignal
sensor’s directions for use.
Monitor performance:
When an SpO
2
sensor is on a limb that has a blood pressure
cuff, the SpO
2
data will not be valid when the cuff is inflated. If
SpO
2
readings are required during the entire blood pressure
determination, attach the SpO
2
sensor to the limb opposite the
one with the blood pressure cuff.
Remove nail polish and artificial nails. Placing a sensor on a
polished or an artificial nail may affect accuracy.