GE Corometrics 250cx Series, Operator'S Manual

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Revision C 250cx Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor 2-3
2036946-001
Introduction: About the Manual
About the Manual
Purpose
This manual documents all possible parameters so that when your equipment is
upgraded, new documentation will not be required. Also, the manual provides an
opportunity to read about features you may not have, to assist you with your upgrade
decisions. Some sections will not apply to your unit’s monitoring capabilities.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for physicians, nurses and midwives. Clinical professionals
are expected to know the medical procedures, practices, and terminology required to
monitor obstetrical patients.
Illustrations
All illustrations are provided as examples only. Your monitor may not be equipped
with the specific feature shown. In addition, unless explicitly stated, the display
examples do not represent your equipment setup or displayed data.
Fetal Monitoring Indications for Use
A Corometrics 250cx Series Fetal Monitor is used for fetal surveillance.
Surveillance
A Corometrics 250cx Series monitor can be used for routine non-invasive and
invasive fetal monitoring throughout labor and delivery.
Maternal Monitoring Indications for Use
A Corometrics 250cx Series Maternal/Fetal Monitor is intended for monitoring
maternal vital signs to help assess maternal well-being. The vital signs which can be
measured are summarized below.
NOTE:
Maternal vital signs provided by the monitor should only be used
as an adjunct to patient assessment and must be used in
conjunction with clinical signs and symptoms.
Blood Pressure
The monitor is intended for use only in the non-invasive monitoring of maternal
blood pressure (NIBP). This monitor is not intended for use in neonatal or pediatric
blood pressure monitoring.