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Acuity, Intended use – Welch Allyn Propaq Encore Update - Quick Reference Guide User Manual

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Protocol Systems, Inc.

Acuity

®

Intended Use

WARNING

Use of equipment, accessories, and parts not recommended or supplied by
Protocol Systems, Inc. could result in inaccurate patient information or
damage to the system.

WARNING

When Acuity is inoperable, ensure Acuity patients, especially those prone to
arrhythmias, are kept under close surveillance. Use Acuity only in conjunction
with close surveillance by trained clinicians.

The Acuity system is used as a central monitoring system for Propaq, Propaq
Encore, and Protocol Cordless Acuity monitors configured to interface with
Acuity.

The Acuity system may be used to monitor pediatric and adult patients. For
neonatal patients, use all Acuity features except the Cordless Acuity and the
arrhythmia detection option. The Acuity system is intended to be used in
compliance with the instructions in this update, other Propaq Encore
documentation, the Acuity System Reference Guide, and accepted hospital and
clinical protocols.

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