Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 - Manual (Page 110)

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LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Operating Instructions
Vital Sign and ST Segment Trends
Vital Sign and ST Segment Trends
Intended Use
The trends feature of the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator provides the ability to graphically
display and document the patient’s vital signs (VS) and ST segment measurements for up to eight
hours. VS trending is intended for use with any patient who requires continuous monitoring of vital
signs over an extended period of time to identify changes in patient condition and to document
patient response to therapy. ST trending is intended for use with patients suspected of having acute
ischemic events, such as unstable angina, and for patients during treatment of an acute ischemic
event. ST segment measurement is initiated using a 12-lead ECG and is derived using the
University of Glasgow 12-Lead ECG Analysis Program.
VS and ST Trends Warning
WARNING
INACCURATE INTERPRETATION OF PATIENT STATUS
Vital sign and ST graphs are tools to be used in addition to patient assessment.
Artifact and noise may produce spurious data. Ensure artifact-free monitoring as much
as possible and assess the patient frequently to confirm the appropriateness of
monitor data.