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Important safety considerations
Vscan Extend
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User Manual
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5721203-100 Rev. D
Important safety considerations
Overview
This section includes considerations for the following:
• Patient safety
• Personnel and equipment safety
The information contained in this section is intended to
familiarize the user with the hazards associated with the use of
Vscan Extend, and to alert them to the extent to which injury and
damage may occur if the precautions are not observed.
Users are obligated to familiarize themselves with these safety
considerations and to avoid conditions that could result in injury
or damage.
Patient Safety
Patient identification
Always include proper identification with all patient data.
Identification errors could result in an incorrect diagnosis.
If the Vscan Extend needs to be sent for repair, ensure that the
patient information is backed up and confirm backup was
successful. The patient information MUST be erased from
internal memory (See ‘Backup’ on
page 5-42 for more
information. ) before shipping.
WARNING
The concerns listed in this section can seriously affect the
safety of the patient undergoing a diagnostic ultrasound
examination.
CAUTION
To access or add patient information, a device pin is required.
Retain the 4-digit pin in a safe location to prevent loss of the
pin. Avoid sharing the PIN. See ‘Administrator Access’ on
page 4-15 for more information.