Trio™ Operating Instructions
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Precautions
Introduction
CAUTION:
A patient's skin is sometimes fragile (i.e. on pediatric and
geriatric patients or due to physiological conditions). In
these cases, a longer time duration between measurements
should be considered to decrease the number of cuff
inflations over a period of time. In extreme cases, a thin
layer of soft roll or cotton padding may be applied to the
limb in order to cushion the skin when the cuff is inflated.
This measure may affect NIBP performance and should be
used with caution.
CAUTION:
Observe caution on all patients (Pediatrics and Adults) when
NIBP is set to the Continuous mode and the 1 minute
Interval. When the NIBP “Continuous” interval is chosen, the
Trio will continually take back to back blood pressure
readings. As a safety precaution, a limit is placed on the
Continuous mode to revert to an interval of every 5 minutes
after 5 minutes of continuous readings.
CAUTION:
Any condition which may affect the regularity and strength
of arterial pressures (such as patient movement, cardiac
arrhythmias, restriction of hose, etc.), will affect the
accuracy and ability to measure the NIBP.
CAUTION:
When cleaning sensors, do not use an excessive amount of
liquid. Wipe the sensor surface with a soft cloth, dampened
with a cleaning solution.
CAUTION:
Do not subject the sensor to autoclaving.
CAUTION:
Do not use sensors or cables that are damaged or have
deteriorated.
CAUTION:
Replace the battery with one of the following part numbers:
0146-00-0043 (for a sealed lead acid battery),
0146-00-0069 (for a Lithium Ion battery).
CAUTION:
Remove the battery if the Trio is not likely to be used for an
extended period of time.
CAUTION:
Remove the battery prior to shipping the Trio.
CAUTION:
To avoid permanent damage, do not expose metal
components (pins, sockets, snaps) to disinfectants, soaps or
chemicals.
CAUTION:
The cuff must be properly applied to the patient's limb
before inflating. If it is inflated without being securely
wrapped, damage to the cuff can result.
CAUTION:
Only connect NIBP Luer fittings to Blood Pressure Cuff or
Monitor.
CAUTION:
During the decontamination process, do not get the LpH SE
Germicidal detergent into any vent openings.
CAUTION:
To ensure continued use of the Factory Defaults when the
unit is powered off and on, save the Factory Defaults as the
User Default Configuration (see section 3.1.2).
