Welch Allyn CP 200 Spirometry Option - User Manual - Manual (Page 11)

Directions for Use Chapter 1 Introduction 7
Using the Spirometer Safely
Before using or servicing the spirometer, you must read and understand the following
safety-related information.
General Warnings
The following warning statements apply to spirometer use in general. Warning
statements that apply specifically to particular procedures, such as preparing the patient
for testing, appear in the corresponding sections of the manual.
Warning statements indicate conditions or practices that could lead to illness, injury, or
death.
WARNING Do not perform spirometry tests if any of the following conditions
apply to the patient:
• hemoptysis of unknown origin (forced expiratory maneuver may aggravate the underlying condition)
• pneumothorax
• unstable cardiovascular status (forced expiratory maneuver may worsen angina or cause changes in blood
pressure)
• recent myocardial infarction
• pulmonary embolus
• thoracic, abdominal, or cerebral aneurysms (danger of rupture due to increased thoracic pressure)
• recent eye surgery (for example, cataract)
• presence of an acute disease process that might interfere with test performance (for example, nausea,
vomiting)
• recent surgery of thorax or abdomen
WARNING The spirometer captures and presents data reflecting a patient’s
physiological condition. When reviewed by a trained physician or clinician, this
data can be useful in determining a diagnosis. However, the data should not be
used as a sole means for determining a patient’s diagnosis.
WARNING To minimize chance of a misdiagnosis, it is the physician’s
responsibility to assure that spirometry tests are properly administered,
evaluated, and interpreted.
WARNING To prevent the spread of infection, do not try to clean the flow
transducers and nose clips. Discard these items after a single patient use.
WARNING Read and observe all safety information provided in the flow
transducer instructions.