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Cardiac output
C.O. safety precautions
C.O. warnings
WARNING
All invasive procedures involve risks to the patient. Use aseptic
technique. Incorrect use of the catheter can lead to vessel
perforation. Follow catheter manufacturer's instructions.
WARNING
When using an electrosurgery unit, note that the
measurement cables do not incorporate means to protect
against burns in case of a defective ESU return electrode. To
avoid burns at the monitor measurement sites, ensure the
following:
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Proper contact of the ESU return electrode to the patient.
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ESU return electrode near the operating area.
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Measurement electrodes, leadwires and probes far from
the surgical site and the ESU return electrode.
WARNING
The cardiac output measurement results may be erroneous
during electrosurgery.
WARNING
During atrial fibrillation the C.O./CCO readings may be
erroneous.
C.O./CCO cautions
CAUTION The C.O. time stamp indicates the time at which the C.O. value
was received by the monitor from the connected device.
In cases when the C.O. device is disconnected and then
reconnected to the Unity Network Interface Device (ID), the
time stamp may not indicate the actual time of the reading.
C.O. measurement limitations
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E-modules used for this measurement are not suitable for use with neonatal
patients.
C.O. points to note
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Cardiac output measurements from the PDM and TRAM require a C.O. license.
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