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Introduction to the Oscar Express ABP Monitor: Oscar 2
DO NOT —use the Oscar 2 monitor if it has failed its diagnostic self-test, or if it displays a greater-
than-zero pressure with no cuff attached. The values displayed by such a unit may be inaccurate.
DO NOT —use on neonates or children, and patients known to be readily susceptible to bruising.
DO NOT —attach the cuff to a limb being used for IV infusions, as the cuff inflation can block the
infusion, causing harm to the patient.
CAUTION —Substitution of a component different from that supplied may result in measurement
error. Only personnel trained or authorized by SunTech Medical Instruments should undertake
repairs.
CAUTION —If cuff fails to deflate within 3 minutes, instruct the patient on manual removal of cuff.
CAUTION —Check that operation of the unit does not result in prolonged impairment of the
circulation of the patient.
WARNING —Ensure batteries are inserted with the correct polarity. Improper installation is a
hazard.
WARNING —Oscar Express modem capability is designed for analog phone lines ONLY. Data
transfers through office PBX or other digital phone systems are not expected to be compatible with
the Express modem data transfer.
Precautions for Use
Ensure pressure compatibility to all patients. If any abnormality occurs in the monitor, suspend the
operation immediately and disconnect it from the patient.
If the monitor has been used or stored outside its acceptable range (see Specifications ), it may not
meet performance specifications. If the cuff fails to deflate, the patient should be instructed on its
proper and safe removal.
Adverse Reactions
Allergic exanthema (symptomatic eruption) in the area of the cuff may result, including the
formation of urticaria (allergic reaction including raised edematous patches of skin or mucous
membranes and intense itching) caused by the fabric material of the cuff.
Petechia (a minute reddish or purplish spot containing blood that appears in the skin) formation or
Rumple-Leede phenomenon (multiple petechia) on the forearm following the application of the
cuff, which may lead to Idiopathic thrombocytopenia (spontaneous persistent decrease in the
number of platelets associated with hemorrhagic conditions) or phlebitis (inflammation of a vein)
may be observed.