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10. EtCO2
EtCO2 Overview
When an EtCO2 module is connected to the BM1 monitor, the concentration of end-tidal Co2
(EtCO2) can be measured.
The EtCO2 module can perform mainstream measurements in all monitoring modes and sidestream
measurements in the adult and pediatric monitoring modes.
(*c) EtCO2 only works in Continuous mode.
EtCO2 Precautions
WARNING
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The safety and efficacy of breath measurement methods for apnea detection,
especially apnea of premature babies and apnea of infants, have not yet been
established.
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Patient monitors that measure CO2, anesthetics, and / or respiratory mechanics
cannot be used as apnea monitoring and / or recording equipment. While these
products provide an apnea alarm, the alarm condition begins with the elapsed time
from when the last breath was detected. However, there are a number of
physiological indications for the clinical diagnosis of real apnea events.
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The CO2 alarm is not activated until the first breath is detected after the monitor is
turned on or the patient is discharged.
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Accuracy of the CO2 and breathing rate measurements may be impaired due to
improper attachment of the sensor or due to certain patient conditions and certain
environmental conditions.
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If the tube connection is faulty, loose or damaged, gas may leak and the accuracy of