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7.10
Nurse Call
The monitor provides a nurse call connector to output nurse call signal when a user-
defined alarm occurs. To obtain nurse call signal, use the nurse call cable to connect the
hospital nurse call system with the monitor’s nurse call connector.
Alarms are indicated on the nurse call device only when the following conditions are
met:
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The nurse call system is enabled.
■
A user-defined alarm occurs.
■
Alarms are not paused or reset.
This function is password protected. For more information, see
WARNING
•
Do not rely exclusively on the nurse call system for alarm notification.
Remember that the most reliable alarm notification combines audible and
visual alarm indications with the patient’s clinical condition.
7.11
Testing Alarms
The monitor automatically performs a selftest at startup. Check that an alarm tone is
heard, and the alarm lamp illuminates, one after the other, in red, yellow, and cyan. This
indicates that the visible and alarm indicators function correctly.
To further test individual measurement alarms, perform measurement on yourself or
using a simulator. Adjust alarm limits and check that appropriate alarm behavior is
observed.
7.12
Actions When an Alarm Occurs
When an alarm occurs, observe the following steps and take proper actions:
1.
Check the patient’s condition.
2.
Confirm the alarming parameter or alarm category.
3.
Identify the source of the alarm.
4.
Take proper action to eliminate the alarm condition.
5.
Make sure the alarm condition is corrected.
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