Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 - Manual (Page 107)

MONITORING
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– Skin (Note: Measurement Specialties skin temperature probe 4499HD is approved for use
with the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator. Do not use Measurement Specialties part number
4499.)
For a list of the accessories that are intended for use with the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator,
contact your Physio-Control representative or see the LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Accessory
Catalog at www.physio-control.com. Carefully read the Instructions for Use that are provided with
the probes and connector cable for sensor placement instructions, use instructions, warnings,
cautions, and specifications.
IMPORTANT! The Instructions for Use that are provided with the Measurement Specialties
temperature probes refer to a connector cable that is not compatible with the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/
defibrillator. Only use the adapter cable that is approved for use with the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/
defibrillator.
Temperature Monitoring Procedure
1. Connect the temperature adapter cable to the TEMP port on the monitor/defibrillator.
2. Connect the temperature probe to the temperature adapter cable.
3. Attach the temperature probe to the patient as described in the temperature probe Instructions
for Use.
Notes:
• The temperature area on the display is not activated until the monitor/defibrillator detects a
temperature between 24.8° and 45.2°C (76.6° and 113.4°F). To manually activate the
temperature monitoring area, use the speed dial to outline and select the temperature area
on the Home Screen. From the menu, select ON .
• The temperature probe may require 3 minutes to equilibrate after placement on the patient
monitoring site.
4. Confirm that the temperature reading appears and is stable.
5. Use the default label TEMP or select one of the user-selectable labels shown in Table 4-10. To
change the label, select the TEMP area. From the menu, select TEMP . Select a label from the list.
Table 4-10 TEMP Labels and Descriptions
LABEL DESCRIPTION
T-esoph Esophageal Temperature
T-naso Nasopharangeal Temperature
T-bladder Bladder Temperature
T-rectal Rectal Temperature
T-skin Skin Temperature