Covidien INVOS 5100C, Operator'S Manual

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Adult and Pediatric Regional Saturation Sensor Application
Operator's Manual 3-11
3.15.6
Sensor Placement
Remove the protective backing label from the adhesive side of the sensor and apply to the skin.
Continue applying the sensor by smoothing it to the skin from the center outward. Ensure edges
of the sensor are sealed to prevent light from entering (see
Figure 3-5. and sensor instructions for
use inside carton).
Secure the sensor cable to a fixed object to avoid strain on the sensor-to-skin interface using
strain-relief clips.
Figure 3-5. Sensor Placement
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Caution:
To avoid pressure sores, do not apply external pressure (for example, headbands, wraps, tape) to
the sensor.
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Note:
EEG and level of consciousness monitoring can be used simultaneously with INVOS™ adult regional
saturation or pediatric regional saturation sensors (overlapping sensor pads if necessary), provided they do
not block the three optical windows on the sensor.
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Note:
If space is limited, sensors may overlap, provided the three optical windows on each sensor pad remain
unobstructed.
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Note:
For extended monitoring, Covidien recommends using a new sensor every 24 hours.