ZOLL Propaq M Rev B - Manual (Page 101)

Applying the SpO
2
Sensor
9650-0803-01 Rev. B Propaq M Operator’s Guide 9-5
Applying a Single-Use Sensor
When applying a single-use SpO
2
sensor, be careful not to wrap the adhesive too tightly as this
can cause venous pulsations that could lead to inaccurate saturation measurements.
1. Remove plastic backing from the sensor and locate transparent windows on the adhesive
side. The transparent windows cover the optical components. An index finger is the
preferred sensor location. Alternatively, apply the sensor to a small thumb, smaller finger, or
great toe.
Note: When selecting a sensor site, priority should be given to an extremity free of an arterial
catheter, blood pressure cuff, or intravascular infusion line.
2. Orient the sensor so the dashed line in the middle of the sensor is centered on the tip of the
digit. Wrap adhesive flaps on non-cable end around the digit. Note that the cable must be
positioned on the top of the hand.
3. Fold cable end over top of digit so that windows are directly opposite each other. Wrap
adhesive securely around sides of digit.
Note: If the sensor does not track the pulse reliably, it may be incorrectly positioned or the
sensor site may be too thick, thin, or deeply pigmented, or otherwise deeply colored
(for example, as a result of externally applied coloring such as nail polish, dye, or
pigmented cream) to permit appropriate light transmission. If any of these situations
occurs, reposition the sensor or choose an alternate sensor for use on a different site.
transparent windows