ZOLL Propaq MD Rev A - Manual (Page 124)

C HAPTER 10 M ONITORING CO2
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Warning! • When using a sampling line for intubated patients with a closed suction system, do
not place the airway adapter between the suction catheter and endotracheal tube.
This is to ensure that the airway adapter does not interfere with the functioning of
the suction catheter.
• Do not cut or remove any part of the sample line. Cutting the sample line could lead
to erroneous readings
• If too much moisture enters the sampling line (i.e., from ambient humidity or
breathing of unusually humid air), the message Clearing FilterLine will appear in
the message area. If the sampling line cannot be cleared, the message FilterLine
Blockage will appear in the message area. Replace the sampling line once the
FilterLine Blockage message appears.
• Do NOT use the Microstream sidestream CO
2
accessories in the presence of
flammable anesthetics or other flammable gases.
• Loose or damaged connections may compromise ventilation or cause an inaccurate
measurement of respiratory gases. Securely connect all components and check
connections for leaks according to standard clinical procedures.
•Always ensure the integrity of the patient breathing circuit after insertion of the airway
adapter by verifying a proper CO
2
waveform (capnogram) on the monitor display.
Caution Microstream
®
EtCO
2
sampling lines are designed for single patient use, and are not to be
reprocessed. Do not attempt to clean, disinfect, sterilize or flush any part of the sampling line as
this can cause damage to the monitor.
Dispose of sampling lines according to standard operating procedures or local regulations for the
disposal of contaminated medical waste.
Before use, carefully read the Microstream EtCO
2
sampling line’s Directions for Use.
CO
2
Monitoring Setup and Use
Follow these steps to set up CO
2
monitoring:
1. Select the correct CO
2
sampling line for the patient.
2. Attach the sampling line to the unit’s CO
2
inlet port.
3. Apply the Filterline airway adaptor or Smart CapnoLine Nasal or Nasal/Oral cannula to the
patient.
4. Check that the Propaq MD unit is set up for the correct patient type -- Adult, Pediatric, or
Neonate.
5. Configure alarms (if the current alarm settings are not appropriate) and other CO
2
features.
6. Press the CO
2
quick access key ( )to initiate CO
2
monitoring.
CO
2
CO
2