Covidien Nellcor OxiMax N-600x, Operator'S Manual

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Operator’s Manual
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2 General Introduction
Overview
WARNING
The OxiMax N-600x pulse oximeter is intended only as an adjunct in patient
assessment. It must be used in conjunction with clinical signs and symptoms.
This manual contains information for operating the OxiMax N-600x™ pulse oximeter.
Before operating the oximeter, thoroughly read the
N-600x Operator's Manual . The
latest version of this manual is available on the Internet at:
www.covidien.com/rms
Oximeter Description and Intended Use
Description
The OxiMax N-600x pulse oximeter provides continuous noninvasive monitoring of
functional oxygen saturation of arterial hemoglobin (SpO
2
) and pulse rate. With the
proper firmware, activation of the pulse oximeter’s OxiMax SPD™ Alert (SPD) feature
is possible.
Intended Use
The Nellcor N-600x Pulse Oximetry System with N-600x Pulse Oximeter and Nellcor
Sensors and Cables with OxiMAX technology is indicated for prescription use only for
the continuous non-invasive monitoring of functional oxygen saturation of arterial
hemoglobin (SpO
2
) and pulse rate. The N-600x Pulse Oximeter is intended for use
with neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients during both no motion and motion
conditions and for patients who are either well or poorly perfused, in hospitals,
hospital-type facilities, intra-hospital transport, and home environments.
The N-600x with SPD feature is intended for use on adults to detect patterns of
desaturation that are indicative of repetitive reductions in airflow through the upper
airway and into the lungs.
Intended typical usage may be defined to include the following for the OxiMax N-600x pulse
oximeter: