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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 About the Manual
Before using the MD2000C vital sign monitor, the user must carefully
read this manual so that the user can operate the monitor properly and
make it reach the specific safety standard and performance index.
This manual explains how to set up and use the monitor. Important safety
information relating to general use of the monitor appears after this
introduction. Other important safety information is located throughout
the text where appropriate.
Note: There requires no routine calibration, safety maintenance or in-
service during the monitor’s life.
1.2 Contraindications
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Active patients.
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Intravascular dyes such as indocyanine green or methylene blue.
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Significant levels of dysfunctional hemoglobins (such as carbonxy-
hemoglobin or methemoglobin).
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The presence of high ambient light. Shield the sensor area (with a
surgical towel, or direct sunlight, for example) if necessary.
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Venous pulsations may cause erroneous low readings(e.g.
tricuspid value regurgitation)
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Venous congestion may cause under reading of actual arterial
oxygen saturation. Therefore, assure proper venous outflow from
monitored site. Sensor should be not below heart level ( e.g. sensor
on hand of a patient in a bed with arm dangling to the floor)
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Avoid placing the sensor on any extremity with an arterial catheter,
intravascular line or blood pressure cuff.
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Exercise caution with poorly perfuse patients; skin erosion and/or
pressure necrosis may occur.
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Do not use the monitor when the patient in cardiac arrest or in
defibrillation.
1.3 Safety Information
Warnings: alert the user to potential serious outcomes, such as injury or
adverse events to the patient or user.
Cautions: alert the user to exercise care necessary for the safe and