GE TruSat, User Manual

Page: 9 / 43

1–1
1. OVERVIEW
This chapter contains:
•
A
preview
of the pulse oximetry features and measurement.
•
General safety precautions to consider when using the monitor.
•
A brief
description of the monitor.
Monitor description
The TruSat™ pulse oximeter is a durable, reliable, and portable monitor. It features
TruSignal™ Enhanced SpO
2
and PIr®, a relative perfusion index. The monitor is powered
by an internal battery, which is charged through an external power supply.
Important : When using the monitor for the first time or after removing it from
extended storage, charge the battery for three hours BEFORE you power ON.
The monitor contains an easy-to-read display with a backlight for low-light conditions.
Information that appears on the display includes the following:
•
SpO
2
, pulse rate, and PIr measurements.
•
All alarm limit settings.
•
Indicators for plethysmographic pulse, battery capacity, and silenced alarms.
The monitor also contains on-screen controls for changing monitor settings, such as
alarm limits, volume, and the backlight. A lock function, when activated, protects against
unintended changes to settings.
The alarm system generates audible and visual signals that vary according to the
priority of the alarm.
Trend Download option
The Trend Download option allows you to set the monitor clock, print, and download
trends to a computer. Monitors can be factory-configured with this option. An upgrade
kit is also available.
NOTE: If your monitor is configured with the Trend Download option, be sure to set the
monitor clock before monitoring patients.
Intended use
The TruSat pulse oximeter is indicated for spot-checking and continuous monitoring of
functional oxygen saturation and pulse rate, including monitoring during conditions of
clinical patient motion
1
or low perfusion. This device is intended for use with adult,
pediatric, and neonatal patients in both hospital and non-hospital environments.
Important : Only sensors can be used with this monitor.
1
Anesthesia & Analgesia . 2002;94,1S, S54-S60