Cardinal Health Alaris 8000 Series, Directions For Use Manual

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•
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and respiratory rate readings can be affected by
certain ambient environmental and patient conditions.
• The
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2
Module is not to be used as an apnea
monitor .
• The
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2
Module is intended only as an adjunct in
patient assessment . It must be used in conjunction with
clinical signs and symptoms.
• If uncertain about measurement accuracy , assess
patient’s condition and vital signs by alternate means, then
ensure
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2
Module is functioning correctly.
• Do not lift the
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2
Module by Microstream
®
Disposable
because it may disconnect from the instrument, causing it
to drop on the patient. Do not place the
E
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2
Module in
any position that may cause it to fall onto the patient.
• Do not use the
E
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2
Module or Microstream
®
Disposable
inside a hyperbaric chamber .
• Respond immediately to system alarms ; patient
monitoring may cease under certain alarm conditions.
WARNINGS
General Information
General Information
5-15
Warnings and Cautions
General
Alaris
®
System Directions for Use
EtCO
2
Module Section