Welch Allyn 1500 Patient Monitor v.1.4.X - User Manual - Manual (Page 61)

Directions for use Monitoring and Measurements 57
Capnography
The capnography module is intended to provide professionally trained health care
providers with continuous, non-invasive measurement and monitoring of carbon dioxide
concentration of the expired and inspired breath and respiration rate. It is intended for use
with neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients.
Press the Setup button , enter the menu Setup/Parameters and activate etCO
2
.
Safety
Only use Welch Allyn approved accessories for etCO
2
monitoring.
Note The etCO
2
menu is only displayed when the etCO
2
option is enabled. If the etCO
2
measurement field is not displayed ensure it is enabled in the parameter settings.
Note The etCO
2
menu is not available when the monitor is connected to Acuity.
WARNING Carefully route the sampling line to reduce the possibility of patient
entanglement or strangulation.
WARNING The sampling line may ignite in the presence of oxygen when
directly exposed to laser, electro-surgical devices, or high heat. When performing
head and neck procedures involving laser, electrosurgical devices or high heat,
use with caution to prevent flammability of the sampling line or surrounding
surgical drapes
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.
WARNING 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.
WARNING Do not cut, remove any part, bend or crush the sampling line. This
could lead to erroneous readings.