Principles of Measurement and Parameters
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Operator’s Manual PiCCO
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Version 3.1
WARNING:
The PiCCO
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equipment may only be regarded as a device providing early warning. If
there is an indication of a trend towards de-oxygenation of the patient, blood samples must be
taken and tested on a laboratory oximeter in order to arrive at a decision concerning the condition
of the patient.
The device must not be used for monitoring breathing.
The device must not be used for monitoring heart rate, arterial blood pressure and body
temperature.