Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 - Manual (Page 74)

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LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Operating Instructions
Monitoring SpO2, SpCO, and SpMet
Oximeter Monitoring Procedure
Power to the pulse oximeter is controlled by the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator. When the
defibrillator is turned on, the oximeter turns on and performs a calibration and self-test that
requires approximately 20 seconds. During the calibration and self-test, the screen does not display
SpO
2
, SpCO, or SpMet information.
To conserve battery power, the pulse oximeter goes into “sleep mode” when not in use. Sleep mode
is activated within 10 seconds of disconnecting the sensor. During sleep mode, the screen does not
display SpO
2
, SpCO, or SpMet information. When a sensor or patient signal is detected, the
oximeter performs a self-test and then returns to normal mode.
The pulse oximeter measures and displays SpO
2
levels between 50 and 100%. SpO
2
levels less
than 50% are displayed as <50. When SpO
2
levels are between 70 and 100%, oximeter
measurements are accurate ±3 digits. The pulse oximeter measures and displays SpCO in the range
of 0–40% with accuracy of ±3 digits. The pulse oximeter measures and displays SpMet in the range
of 0–15% with accuracy of ± 1 digit.
To monitor SpO
2
:
1. Press ON .
2. Connect the pulse oximeter cable to the monitor and sensor.
3. Attach the sensor to the patient.
4. Observe the pulse bar for fluctuation. Amplitude of the pulse bar indicates relative signal
quality.
5. Confirm that the SpO
2
reading appears and is stable.
6. Use the SPEED DIAL to adjust volume, sensitivity, and averaging time, as necessary.
To monitor SpCO or SpMet:
1. Perform Step 2 through Step 5 above.
2. Verify that an SpCO/SpMet sensor is in use. Only Rainbow sensors are capable of reading SpCO/
SpMet.
3. Encourage the patient to remain still.
4. To quickly obtain SpCO or SpMet value, press PRINT . If dashes (---) appear on printout instead of
values for SpCO or SpMet, allow a few more seconds for measurement to be obtained.
or
To display SpCO or SpMet:
• Use the SPEED DIAL to select the SpO
2
area.
• Select PARAMETER from menu.
• Select SPCO or SPMET . Selected value displays for 10 seconds.
Note: SpCO and SpMet monitoring are not intended for use under patient motion or low perfusion
conditions.