Handheld pulse oximeter user’s manual
5.2 Safety Information
Warning:
Only use the SpO
2
sensors specified in this manual.
Follow the SpO
2
sensor instructions for use and
adhere to all warnings and cautions.
When a trend toward patient deoxygenation is
indicated, blood samples should be analyzed by a
laboratory co-oximeter for a full diagnosis of the
patient’s condition.
Do not use the oximeter and the SpO
2
sensor
during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The
induced current could cause burns to the patient.
Prolonged continuous monitoring may increase the
risk of unexpected changes in skin characteristics
of the patient, such as irritation, reddening,
blistering or burns. Inspect the sensor site every
two hours and move the sensor if the skin quality
changes. For neonates, or patients with poor
peripheral blood circulation or sensitive skin,
inspect the sensor site more frequently.
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