GE TuffSat, Руководство пользователя и сервисное руководство

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1. OVERVIEW
This chapter contains:
• A brief description of the Datex-Ohmeda TuffSat® Pulse Oximeter.
• The theory of operation for the oximeter.
• A list of the precautions you must take when using this device.
Product description
The TuffSat is a small, durable, portable pulse oximeter that operates on battery
power. These items are included with the oximeter:
• Four 1.5V alkaline AA batteries.
• Neoprene carrying case with belt clip.
The TuffSat oximeter is capable of printing data through an infrared link to the
optional Hewlett-Packard® Infrared Printer (HP 82240B). For information on
ordering and using this printer with the TuffSat, see the appendix:
Printer Features
and Use .
Important : Only sensors can be used with this monitor.
Clinical use
The TuffSat is designed specifically for spot-checking arterial oxygen saturation
(SpO
2
) and pulse rate. This easy-to-use oximeter is ideal for use in the environments
listed below:
• Respiratory care
• Subcritical care for hospital satellite locations
• Home care
• Prehospital/EMS
• Rehabilitation
• Physician’s office
WARNING: Patient safety. The TuffSat oximeter is not intended for continuous
monitoring. It has no alarms (audible or visual) and no user-definable parameters.