SpO
2
Measurements (Accutorr Plus advanced models)
Operation
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Accutorr Plus™ Operating Instructions
• Do not over-tighten the sensor bandages. Excessive pressure on the monitoring site can
affect SpO
2
readings and may reduce readings below true SpO
2
. Excessive pressure can
also result in pressure necrosis and other skin damage.
3.10.2
Sequence for establishing SpO
2
with Nellcor
®
Pulse Oximetry
*This feature applicable only if available or installed on your unit.
1.
Plug the sensor directly into the SpO
2
connector (15) or if necessary, use a Nellcor
®
DOC-10 extension cable.
2.
See package insert(s) for use and care instructions. Additional information is available
from Nellcor Puritan Bennett Inc. at WWW.NELLCOR.COM.
NOTE:
Do not place the sensor on an extremity with an invasive
catheter or blood pressure cuff in place.
CAUTION:
When equipped with Nellcor® SpO2, use only Nellcor®
oxygen transducers including Nellcor® Oxisensor® patient
dedicated adhesive sensors. Use of other oxygen
transducers may cause improper oximeter performance.
CAUTION:
Tissue damage or inaccurate measurements may be caused
by incorrect sensor application or use, such as wrapping it
too tightly, applying supplemental tape, failing to inspect
the sensor site periodically, or failing to position it
appropriately. Carefully read the sensor directions for use,
the Accutorr Plus operating instructions, and all
precautionary information before use.
CAUTION:
Excessive ambient light may cause inaccurate
measurements. Cover the sensor with opaque materials.
CAUTION:
Inaccurate reading may be caused by incorrect sensor
application or use; significant levels of dysfunctional
hemoglobins, (i.e. carbohemoglobins or methemoglobin); or
intra-vascular dyes such as indocyanine green methylene
blue; exposure to excessive illumination, such as surgical
lamps (especially ones with a Xenon light source), bilirubin
lamps, fluorescent lights, infrared heating lamps, or direct
sunlight; excessive patient movement; venous pulsations;
electro-surgical interference; and placement of a sensor on
an extremity that has a blood pressure cuff, arterial
catheter, or intra-vascular line.
CAUTION:
In certain situations in which perfusion and signal strength
are low, such as in patients with thick or pigmented skin,
inaccurately low SpO2 readings will result. Verification of
oxygenation should be made, especially in preterm infants
and patients with chronic lung disease, before instituting
any therapy or intervention.
CAUTION:
If the sensor or patient cable is damaged in any way,
discontinue use immediately. To prevent damage do not
soak or immerse the sensor in any liquid solution. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO STERILIZE.
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