User Manual for Vital Signs Monitor
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Intended Use
When used with a compatible patient monitor or a pulse oximeter device, the sensor is intended to be used
for continuous, non-invasive functional arterial oxygen saturation (SpO
2
) and pulse rate monitoring for
patients weighing greater than 40kg.
Contraindications
This sensor is contraindicated for use on active patients or for prolonged use.
Instructions for Use
1)
With the upper and lower jaws open, place an index finger evenly on the base of the clip. Push the
finger tip against the stop so that it is over the sensor window (A). If an index finger cannot be
positioned correctly, or is not available, other fingers can be used.
2)
Note: When selecting a sensor site, priority should be given to an extremity free of an arterial
catheter, blood pressure cuff, or intravascular infusion line.
3)
Spread open the rear tabs of the sensor to provide even force over the length of the pads (B).
4)
The sensor should be
oriented in such a way
that
the
cable
is
positioned along the top
of the hand (C).
5)
Plug the sensor into the oximeter and verify proper operation as described in the oximeter operator’s
manual.
6)
Inspect the monitoring site every 4 hours for skin integrity.
7)
Before each use, surface-clean sensor and cable with a soft gauze pad by saturating it with a solution
such as 70% isopropyl alcohol. If low-level disinfection is required, use a 1:10 bleach solution.
Caution: Do not sterilize by irradiation steam, or ethylene oxide.
Warnings
1)
Some factors may affect the accuracy of saturation measurements. Such factors include: excessive
patient motion, fingernail polish, use of intravascular dyes, excessive light, poorly perfused finger,
extreme finger sizes or improper placement of the sensor.
2)
Using the sensor in the presence of bright lights may result in inaccurate measurements. In such
cases, cover the sensor site with an opaque material.
3)
The sensor must be moved to a new site at least every 4 hours. Because individual skin condition
affects the ability of the skin to tolerate sensor placement, it may be necessary to change the sensor
site more frequently with some patients. If skin integrity changes, move the sensor to another site.
4)
Do not apply tape to secure the sensor in place or to tape it shut; venous pulsation may lead to
inaccurate saturation measurements.
5)
Do not immerse sensor as it causes short.
6)
Do not use NIBP or other constructing instruments on same appendage as sensor for blood flow
interrupted by NIBP cuff or circulatory patient condition will result in no pulse found or loss of
pulse.
7)
Do not use the sensor or other oximetry sensors during MRI scanning.
8)
Carefully route cables to reduce the possibility of patient entanglement or strangulation.
9)
Do not alter or modify the sensor. Alterations or modifications may affect performance or accuracy.
10) Do not use the sensor if the sensor or the sensor cable appears damaged.
