Fukuda Denshi LX-7230N, Operation Manual

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6. SpO
2
Monitoring
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Applying DURASENSOR
®
DS-100A
This Nellcor
®
reusable sensor, model DS-100A, is indicated for continuous
noninvasive arterial oxygen saturation and pulse rate monitoring for patients
weighing greater than 40 kg. The DS-100A is contraindicated for use on active
patients or for prolonged use.
1. Place the index finger over the sensor window of the DS-100A with the
finger tip against the stop (Figure (1)).
2. If the fingernail is long, the nail tip will extend over the finger stop (Figure
(2)).
3. Spread open the rear tabs of the sensor to provide even force over the
length of the pads (Figure (3)). If the index finger cannot be positioned
correctly, or is not available, a smaller finger can be used, or use other
OxiMax
®
sensor. Do not use the DS-100A on a thumb or toe or across a
child’s hand or foot.
N O T E
When selecting the sensor site, priority should be given to an extremity free
of an arterial catheter, blood pressure cuff, or intravascular infusion line.
4.
The sensor should be oriented in such a way that the cable is positioned
along the top of the hand (Figure (4)).
5. Connect the DS-100A into the LX-7230N. Verify proper operation as
described in the operation manual.
(1) (2)
(3) (4)
N O T E
If the sensor does not track the pulse reliably, it may be incorrectly
positioned – or the sensor site may be too thick, thin, or deeply pigmented,
or otherwise deeply colored (for example, as a result of externally applied
coloring such as nail polish, dye, or pigmented cream) to permit appropriate
light transmission. If any of these situations occurs, reposition the sensor or
choose an alternate Nellcor sensor to use on a different site.