KTMED OXYPALM, Руководство оператора

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
KTMED Inc. Model OXYPALM
Operator’s Manual
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[Figure 1: Sensor placement]
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SpO2 measurements may be affected in the presence of any high-intensity light source. Do not
expose the sensor to an operating lamp, a direct X-ray light or strong light. Shield the sensor area
(with a surgical towel, for example) if necessary.
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Do not use the unit under conditions of shocks and vibrations. Do not use it, either, with the patient
connected to such medical electrical equipment as a cardiac pacemaker and other electrical
stimulators. And keep away from MRI, CT etc. It may cause burning and adversely affect MRI
measurement.
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Do not disassemble or open the unit when you find something wrong with it. Please contact KTMED
INC. or our sale representative directly. We do not charge you in this case. If you do not contact us
even after finding something wrong with the unit, you might face a complicated problem.
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Use only KTMED-supplied sensors. These sensors are manufactured to meet the accuracy
specifications for pulse oximeter. Using other manufacturers’ sensors may cause improper pulse
oximeter performance. And do not use a damaged sensor.
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Remove the manicure and any dirt from the patient’s nails.
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Follow local governing ordinances and recycling instructions regarding disposal or recycling of
device components, including batteries.
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Inaccurate measurements can be caused by :
- Incorrect application of the sensor;
- Placement of the sensor on an extremity with a NIBP cuff, arterial catheter, or intra-vascular line;
- Patient’s moving.
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Loss of pulse signal can occur for following reasons:
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Too tight sensor;
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Inflation of a blood pressure cuff on the same extremity as the one where the sensor is
attached.
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Arterial occlusion proximal to the sensor.
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This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to other devices in the
vicinity. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to other devices, which can be determined by