Covidien Nellcor Series, Operator'S Manual

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6-1
6 Performance Considerations
6.1
Overview
This chapter contains information about optimizing the performance of the Nell-
cor™ bedside SpO
2
patient monitoring system.
Verify the performance of the monitoring system by following the procedures out-
lined in the
Service Manual . Have a qualified service technician perform these proce-
dures prior to initial installation in a clinical setting.
6.2
Oximetry Considerations

WARNING:
Pulse oximetry readings and pulse signals can be affected by certain ambient
environmental conditions, pulse oximetry sensor application errors, and certain
patient conditions.
6.2.1
Pulse Rates
The monitoring system only reports pulse rates between 20 and 250 bpm. Detected
pulse rates above 250 bpm appear as 250. Detected pulse rates below 20 appear as
a zero (0).
6.2.2
Saturation
The monitoring system reports saturation levels between 1% and 100%.