User's Manual

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Measure SpO2 and pulse rate
SpO2 and pulse rate monitoring continuously measures saturation level of oxygen in
hemoglobin as well as the pulse in a patient through a pulse Oximeter.
WARNING The accuracy of the SpO2 measurement can be affected by
any of the following:
l The presence of significant amounts of dysfunctional hemoglobin,
such as carboxyhemoglobin or methemoglobin
l The presence of concentrations of some intravascular dyes, sufficient
to change the patient’s usual arterial pigmentation
l Patient movement
l Patient conditions such as shivering and smoke inhalation
l Painted nails
l Poor oxygen perfusion
l Anemia or low concentrations of hemoglobin
l Hypotension or hypertension
l Severe vasoconstriction
l Shock or cardiac arrest
l Venous pulsations or sudden and significant changes in pulse rate
l Proximity to an MRI environment
l Moisture in the sensor
l Excessive ambient light, especially fluorescent
l Wrong sensor or sensor too tight
1. Verify the SpO2 sensor cable is connected to the monitor.
WARNING Patient injury risk. The SpO2 sensor and extension cables are
intended only for connect to pulse oximetry equipment. Do not attempt to
connect these cables to a PC or any similar device. Always follow the
sensor manufacturer’s directions for use for care and use of the SpO2
sensor.
2. Clean the application site. Remove anything, such as nail polish, that could interfere
with sensor operation.
Note Do not use disposable sensors on patients who have allergic
reactions to the adhesive.