Chapter 4: Operating Instructions
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Pulse Oximeter for Sleep Screening Operation Manual
Attaching the Sensor to the Patient
WARNING! Prolonged use or the patient’s condition may require changing the sensor
site periodically. Patients setting up the device at home should be instructed
of the signs/symptoms of sensor misuse (e.g., pressure sores from prolonged
application) and should be advised to move the sensor to another finger if
necessary.
WARNING! When attaching sensors with Microfoam
®
tape, do not stretch the tape or
attach the tape too tightly. A sensor applied too tightly by any method (tape,
VELCRO
®
) may cause inaccurate readings and blisters on the patient’s skin (lack
of skin respiration, not heat, causes the blisters).
Attaching the patient to the monitor requires these steps:
Choose the sensor.
Check the sensor and oximetry cable.
Clean or disinfect the sensor if using the reusable type. (Disposable sensors are for single-
patient use and do not require cleaning or disinfecting.)
Attach the sensor to the patient.
Choosing the Sensor
Choose the appropriate sensor from the following chart.
PATIENT
SITE
DESCRIPTION
Adult
> 45 kg
Finger
3044: Sensor, Oximetry, Adult, Finger (reusable)
3444: Sensor, Oximetry, Comfort Clip
®
Finger (reusable)
Finger or Toe
3043: Sensor, Oximetry, Universal ‘Y’ (reusable)
1300: Sensor, Oximetry, Disposable, Adult Finger
7
Ear
3078: Sensor, Ear (reusable)
Pediatric
15-45 kg
Finger
3044: Sensor, Oximetry, Adult, Finger (reusable) (> 20 kg)
3444: Sensor, Oximetry, Comfort Clip
®
Finger (reusable)
3178: Sensor, Pediatric Finger, reusable (5-45 kg)
Finger or Toe
3043: Sensor, Oximetry, Universal ‘Y’ (reusable)
1301: Sensor, Oximetry, Disposable, Pediatric Finger
7
Ear
3078: Sensor, Ear (reusable)
Infant
3-15 kg
Hand or Foot
3043: Sensor, Oximetry, Universal ‘Y’ (reusable)
Toe
3025: Sensor, Oximetry, Wrap, Infant (reusable)
Finger or Toe
1303: Sensor, Oximetry, Disposable, Infant
7
Small Infant
>30 days
< 3 kg
Hand or Foot
1302: Sensor, Oximetry, Disposable, Neonate
7
Foot
3026: Sensor, Oximetry, Wrap, Neonate (reusable)
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