Preparation
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Operating Instructions Vamos, 1. US ed.
Connecting the SpO2 Sensor
Connecting the SpO2 Sensor
Selecting the sensor
The reusable Durasensor DS-100A, 57 20 072 is included in
the original delivery package – see Ordering Information,
page 49.
Other optional sensors mentioned in the tables below are
listed in the Ordering Information, page 49.
● Only use the SpO2 sensors described here.
Strictly follow the Instructions for Use of the sensors.
Incorrect positioning or incorrect use can cause tissue
damage.
● Select the sensor according to the following criteria:
— Patient weight
— Agitation and movement of the patient
— Possible application position
— Perfusion of the patient
— Duration of use
The following table is intended to help in selecting the
appropriate sensor. All available sensors with their specific
characteristics are listed.
Sensor type OXISENSOR I-20 OXISENSOR D-20 DURASENSOR
DS-100A
OXISENSOR D-25
Age group Infants Children Adults Adults
Weight of patient 1 to 20 kg 10 to 50 kg more than 40 kg more than 30 kg
Duration of use Short and long-term
monitoring.
Check application
site at least every 8
hours.
Short and long-term
monitoring.
Check application
site at least every 8
hours.
Short-term
monitoring.
Change application
site at least every 4
hours.
Short and long-term
monitoring.
Check application
site at least every 8
hours.
Patient activity Limited activity Limited activity Inactive patients
only
Limited activity
Preferred measuring
point
Toe Finger Finger Finger
Sterilization
*
*
in unopened, undamaged packaging
Sterile pack Sterile pack ------ Sterile pack
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