Configure spo2 alarms – Welch Allyn Connex Integrated Wall System - User Manual User Manual

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WARNING Patient injury risk. The sensor and extension cable are

intended only for connection to pulse co-oximetry equipment. Do

not attempt to connect these cables to a PC or any similar device.

Always follow the sensor manufacturer's directions for care and

use of the sensor.

2. Clean the application site. Remove anything, such as nail polish, that could interfere with

sensor operation.

Note

Do not use disposable sensors on patients who have allergic

reactions to the adhesive.

3. Attach the sensor to the patient according to the manufacturer's directions for use, observing

all warnings and cautions.

Note

If a sterile sensor is required, select a sensor that has been

validated for sterilization, and follow the sensor manufacturer's

directions for sterilizing the sensor.

Place the sensor and the NIBP cuff on different limbs to reduce unnecessary alarms when you

monitor these parameters at the same time.
Note

A range of sensors is available for different patient sizes and

measurement sites. Consult the sensor manufacturer's instructions

for selecting the correct sensor.

4. Confirm that the monitor displays SpO2 and pulse rate data within 15 seconds of connection to

the patient.

WARNING Patient injury risk. Incorrect sensor application or

excessive duration of sensor use can cause tissue damage. Inspect

the sensor site periodically as directed in the sensor

manufacturer's instructions.

While SpO2 is being measured, the displayed pulse rate is derived from the sensor. If SpO2 is not

available, the pulse rate is derived from NIBP.

Detaching the sensor during a measurement in Monitor mode triggers an alarm.

If SpO2 is being measured continuously on a patient for an extended period, change the sensor

location at least every three hours or as indicated by the sensor manufacturer's instructions.

Configure SpO2 alarms

Follow these steps to set alarm limits for SpO2 measurements.

1. Verify that you are using the Monitor profile, which contains the Alarms tab.
2. Touch the Alarms tab.
3. Touch the SpO2 tab.
4. Enter the desired upper and lower alarms limits for SpO2 using the up/down arrow keys or the

keypad.

5. Touch the Home tab.

The new alarm settings display in the Alarm Limit control button.

Directions for use

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