GE b30, User'S Reference Manual

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Invasive blood pressure
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14 Invasive blood pressure
Overview
You can measure and monitor two invasive blood pressures at the same time using a dual
invasive blood pressure cable. To measure invasive blood pressure you need the E-PSMPW
module.
During the invasive blood pressure measurement, the transducer converts pressure variations
into electrical signals. The electrical signals are amplified and displayed as numeric pressure
values and waveforms.
WARNING All invasive procedures involve risks to the patient. Use aseptic technique.
Follow catheter manufacturer’s instructions.
Module description
Module keys
E-PSMPW module has direct function keys to zero both pressure transducers separately.
•
Press the
Zero P1
or
Zero P2
module key. The message ‘Zeroing’ is displayed. After the
transducer is zeroed, the message ‘Zeroed’ is displayed.
Side panel key
The monitor has one side panel key for invasive pressures, the
Zero ALL
key. You can use this
to zero all pressure transducers.
NOTE: Selecting Zero ALL does not zero ICP. Zero it separately.
E-PSMPW
Invasive pres-
sures connector