Mindray BeneHeart D3, Operator'S Manual

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6.3 Monitoring View
You can access Monitor mode by switching the Mode Select knob to the Monitor position. When operating in Monitor
mode, the equipment displays up to two ECG waveforms, the heart rate reading, other available parameter values and
active alarm settings.
6.4 Preparing to Monitor ECG
6.4.1 ECG Monitoring with Electrodes
1. Prepare the patient’s skin. Proper skin preparation is necessary for good signal quality at the electrode, as the skin is
a poor conductor of electricity. To properly prepare the skin, choose flat areas and then follow this procedure:
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Shave hair from skin at chosen sites.
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Gently rub skin surface at application sites to remove dead skin cells.
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Thoroughly clean the sites with mild soap and water. We do not recommend using ether or pure alcohol,
because this dries the skin and increases the resistance.
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Dry the skin completely before applying the electrodes.
2. Attach the clips or snaps to the electrodes before placing them.
3. Place the electrodes on the patient.
4. Attach the lead wires to the ECG trunk cable and then plug the trunk cable into the equipment’s ECG connector.
5. Connect the ECG trunk cable to the equipment.
6. Switch the Mode Select knob to Monitor.
6.4.1.1 Placing Electrodes
3-Lead Placement
The following is a typical AHA electrode placement for a 3-lead ECG set:
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RA placement: directly below the clavicle and near the right shoulder.
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LA placement: directly below the clavicle and near the left shoulder.
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LL placement: on the left lower abdomen.