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Indications for Use
Indications for Use
The RespSense II, Model LS1R, capnography monitor is indicated for use in simultaneously
measuring, displaying, monitoring, and recording end tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO
2
) and respiration
rate of adult, pediatric, and infant patients. It is intended for use in environments where patients
require continuous, non-invasive monitoring of these parameters by a healthcare professional,
including hospitals, long-term care, medical facilities, sleep laboratories, home healthcare,
subacute environments, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS), including patient transport.
Contraindications
Do not use the monitor in an MR environment or in the presence of flammable anesthetics or gases.
This system is not intended to be used simultaneously on multiple patients.
Warnings
This device is intended only as an adjunct device in patient assessment. It must be used in conjunction with other
methods of assessing clinical signs and symptoms.
The monitor is not classified as an apnea monitor.
This monitor is not intended for use with inhalation halogenated agents.
Verify all alarm settings and limits during system start-up to ensure that they are set as intended.
Before each use, it is the operator’s responsibility to verify that the alarm limits are appropriate for the patient
being monitored.
Ensure that all alarm volumes are audible in all situations. Do not cover or obstruct any speaker openings.
When turning on the monitor, verify that a beep is heard. If a beep is not heard, do not use the device. The
speaker may not be functioning properly.
Atmospheric pressure compensation occurs during system startup.
- An increase in the surrounding environment’s atmospheric pressure may cause the system to display incorrect
readings until the system stabilizes.
- A decrease in the surrounding environment’s atmospheric pressure may cause the system to not detect an
occlusion when the condition exists.
A hazard can exist if different presets are used on multiple RespSense II monitors in one care area.
To prevent improper performance and/or patient injury, verify compatibility of the monitor and accessories before
use.
No modifications to this device are allowed as it may affect device performance.
Never allow liquids to enter into or to be spilled onto the monitor. If liquid has penetrated into the monitor, it must
be checked by Nonin Technical Service.
To avoid patient injury, only use Nonin-specified power supplies, cables, and accessories (see
).
The monitor displays a flashing yellow battery indicator (low battery) when it has approximately 60 minutes of use
remaining before it shuts itself off.
This device should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is
necessary, the device should be observed carefully to verify normal operation.