Operation
Operator’s Manual Addendum
ADD-15
1.4.3
Respiration Rate Safety Information
Upon connection of the respiratory sensor to the monitoring system, you are
prompted to review on-screen Respiration Rate safety information.
To review the safety information
1.
Press EXIT, then press HELP.
2.
Select RR Safety Information from the Help options, and review the safety infor-
mation.
3.
Press Exit.
1.4.4
Menu Options
Most menu options remain the same as those listed in the
Operator’s Manual
.
Menu options specific to Respiration Rate are described below.
ALARM LIMITS Menu - Respiration Rate Alarm Limits
The ALARM LIMITS menu includes an option for setting upper and lower res-
piration rate alarm limits. An alarm is indicated each time a patient’s respiration
rate violates either limit.
By default, the upper alarm limit is 28 breaths per minute, and the lower alarm
limit is 8 breaths per minute. If changing these values, be sure to observe all
warnings and cautions presented in the
Operator’s Manual
regarding setting
appropriate alarm limits.
Note:
The ability for users to adjust alarm limit settings can be enabled or disabled by
qualified service personnel as described in the
Service Manual
.