SpO
2
Monitoring
12-26
WARNING
z Do not perform SpO
2
monitoring and NIBP measurements on the same
arm simultaneously. Obstruction of blood flow during NIBP
measurements may adversely affect the reading of the SpO
2
value.
z Before performing the testing, check the sensor cable. After unplugging
the SpO
2
sensor cable from the socket, the system shall display the
prompt information "SPO2 SENSOR OFF" and give the audible alarm.
z Prolonged and continuous monitoring may increase the risk of burns at
the site of the sensor. It is especially important to check the sensor
placement, and ensure proper attachment on neonates and patients of
poor perfusion or skin sensitive to light. Check the sensor location every
2–3 hours and move to another location if the skin deteriorates. More
frequent examinations may be required for different patients.
NOTE
z Place the SpO
2
sensor cable at the backside of the patient hand. Make
sure the fingernail is just opposite to the light emitted from the sensor.
12.4.3 Monitoring Procedure
Follow the procedure as below:
1. Power on the monitor.
2. Attach the sensor to the proper site on the patient.
3. Plug the connector of the sensor extension cable into the SpO
2
connector on
monitor.
The process of SpO
2
plethysmogram measurement is generally the same. But the
SpO
2
sensor selection and placement depend on the patient type. When choosing a
site for a sensor, refer to the directions for that sensor.
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