
SmartMonitor 2 PS Parents’ Guide
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A patient alarm indicates that your child’s breathing, heart activity, or SpO
2
is outside the limits prescribed by
your physician. The information in this section can help you respond appropriately to patient alarms. Read this
section carefully. If you have any questions, please contact your
home care provider.
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Before you use the monitor, test to see if you can hear the alarm in different rooms while there is
noise in your
house.
CAUTION:
Be aware that the alarm sound is very loud.
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Always keep the area in front of the speaker clear.
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Turn the monitor on (without the child attached) to sound the alarm. Make sure you can hear the alarm in
different areas of your home.
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Speaker
NOTE:
The monitor contains multiple buzzers and alarm sounds. If a buzzer/alarm sound changes or no longer functions, contact
your home care provider immediately.