Welch Allyn 6000 Series Connex Vital Signs Monitor - User Manual - Manual (Page 158)

WARNING Patient injury risk. The sensor and extension
cable are intended only for connection to pulse co-oximetry
equipment. Do not attempt to connect these cables to a PC
or any similar device. Always follow the sensor
manufacturer's directions for care and use of the sensor.
2. Verify that you are using the Continuous or Intervals profile.
3. Clean the application site. Remove anything, such as nail polish, that could interfere
with sensor operation.
Note Do not use disposable sensors on patients who have allergic
reactions to the adhesive.
4. Attach the sensor to the patient according to the manufacturer's directions for use,
observing all warnings and cautions.
WARNING Patient injury and inaccurate measurement risk.
Do not use tape to secure the sensor to the patient. This can
restrict blood flow, damage the patient's skin, cause
inaccurate readings, and damage the sensor.
WARNING Patient injury risk. Exercise caution whe applying
a sensor to a patient with compromised skin integrity.
Applying tape or pressure to compromised sites can reduce
circulation and cause additional skin damage.
Note If a sterile sensor is required, select a sensor that has been
validated for sterilization, and follow the sensor
manufacturer's directions for sterilizing the sensor.
Place the sensor and the NIBP cuff on different limbs to reduce unnecessary alarms
when you monitor these parameters at the same time.
Note A range of sensors is available for different patient sizes and
measurement sites. Consult the sensor manufacturer's
instructions for selecting the correct sensor.
5. Confirm that the monitor displays SpHb or SpHbv data after connection to the
patient.
WARNING Patient injury risk. Incorrect sensor application or
excessive duration of sensor use can cause tissue damage.
Inspect the sensor site periodically as directed in the sensor
manufacturer's instructions.
While SpHb is being measured, the displayed SpO2 and pulse rate are derived from the
same sensor. If SpO2 is not available, the pulse rate is derived from NIBP.
Detaching the sensor during a measurement triggers an alarm.
If SpHb is being measured continuously on a patient for an extended period, change the
sensor location at least every three hours or as indicated by the sensor manufacturer's
instructions.
Pulse rate frame
The Pulse rate frame displays data, information, and controls used in reading pulse rates.
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