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Welch Allyn Connex Vital Signs Monitor User Manual

Welch Allyn Connex Vital Signs Monitor
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Entering Patient Modifiers*
From Home screen touch
Manual parameters area
Touch the Modifiers tab
Enter desired information
(BP site, cuff size, etc.)
Touch OK to accept or
Clear to delete all entries
Entries will not be saved
unless you touch OK
*If applicable to your facility
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Welch Allyn Connex Vital Signs Monitor Specifications

General IconGeneral
NIBP TechnologyOscillometric
MAP CalculationYes
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet
Parameters MeasuredNIBP, SpO2, temperature, pulse rate
Pulse Rate Range30 to 250 bpm
Optional ParametersCO2
Power SourceAC power adapter, Lithium-ion battery

Summary

Device Overview & Intended Use

Intended Use

Use to obtain vital signs and other parameters for adults, pediatric, and neonate patients.

Roll Stand & Accessory Cable Management System Features

Ergonomic Design

Features ergonomic design with a roll handle, night light, and ease of rolling.

Cable Management System

Includes a cable management system with an SpO2 holster for organized use.

Cross-Contamination Reduction

Features include a holder for wipes, easy-to-clean surfaces, and probe cover storage.

CVSM Exterior

Ports

Details the available ports, including Ethernet, USB, Stereo/nurse call, and EarlySense® Port.

CVSM Exterior - Patient Interface

Patient Cable/Sensor Ports

Details the connections for SpO2/Pulse Rate and NIBP (non-invasive BP) patient cables/sensors.

Power ON

Press Power Button on the Side

Instructions to power on the device by pressing the power button located on the side.

Power OFF

Touch Battery Icon and Choose Power Down

Procedure to power off the device by touching the battery icon and selecting 'Power Down'.

The Home Screen

Device Status Area

Displays device status information like Clinician ID, location, time, date, connection, and alarms.

Content Area

Displays vital sign measurements, patient info, manual parameters, and alarm control shortcuts.

Navigation Area

Provides tabs for Home, Patient List, Alarms, Review, and Settings for device interaction.

Navigation Area Details

Tabs for Home, Patient List, Alarms, Review, Settings

Details the available tabs within the Navigation Area, noting dependence on profile selection.

Spot Profile

Spot Profile Features

Describes Spot Profile features: no alarms, no BP intervals, and taking SpO2 sensor OFF before saving.

Monitor Profile

Monitor Profile Features

Details Monitor Profile features: interval settings, parameter alarms, and SpO2 sensor behavior during saving.

Changing Profiles

Profile Change Steps

Outlines steps to change profiles: navigate to Settings, then Profiles, select, and return to Home.

Taking a Non-Invasive Blood Pressure (NIBP)

Importance of Proper Technique

Emphasizes the importance of proper technique for accurate NIBP readings.

SureBP® Technology

Highlights the use of SureBP® technology for BP measurement during cuff inflation.

Step Deflation Method Reversion

Explains reversion to Step deflation method under conditions like extreme movement or artifact.

Initiate BP Measurement

Instruction to initiate a blood pressure measurement by touching the START button.

Cancel BP Measurement

Instruction to cancel an ongoing blood pressure measurement by touching the STOP button.

Proper Blood Pressure Technique

Cuff Placement: Finger Gap

Guideline for cuff placement: ensure no more than two fingers fit between the cuff and the patient's arm.

Patient Posture: Quiet & Still

Instruction for patient posture: sit quietly and avoid movement during BP measurement.

Patient Positioning: Back Supported, Legs Uncrossed

Guideline for patient positioning: ensure back is supported and legs are not crossed.

Arm Position: Heart Level

Instruction for arm positioning: the arm should be maintained at heart level.

Artery Index Marker Alignment

Guideline for cuff placement: align the Artery Index Marker with the patient's brachial artery.

Cuff Sizing

Emphasizes the importance of using a properly sized blood pressure cuff.

FlexiPort® Placement

Instruction for FlexiPort® placement: position it on the outside/lateral aspect of the patient's arm.

Simple Steps for Initiating BP Intervals

Access Intervals via Clock Icon

Step 1: Touch the clock icon within the NIBP frame on the Home Screen to access interval options.

Select Interval Mode

Step 2: Select either 'Automatic' or 'Program' mode for BP intervals.

Configure Intervals/Program

Step 3: Adjust interval settings in minutes (Automatic) or choose an appropriate program.

Start Intervals

Step 4: Touch 'Start Intervals' to begin the scheduled BP measurements.

Taking Interval Blood Pressures

Access Interval Options

Access interval settings by touching the clock icon within the NIBP frame on the device screen.

Choose Mode: Automatic, Program, Stat

Select the desired interval mode: Automatic, Program, or Stat.

Stat Mode Definition

Clarifies that 'Stat' mode captures multiple BP readings within a 5-minute period.

Taking Interval Blood Pressures: Automatic

Adjust Automatic Interval Setting

Instructions to adjust the automatic interval setting in minutes using arrow keys or a keypad.

Initiate Automatic Intervals

Press 'Start Intervals' to begin the automatic BP measurement sequence.

Taking Interval Blood Pressures: Program

Select Preset Program

Select a preset program, which are configured in Advanced Settings, defining interval and duration.

Initiate Program Intervals

Initiate the programmed BP measurement sequence by pressing 'Start Intervals'.

Stopping Interval Blood Pressures

Stop All Intervals

Procedure to stop all scheduled interval BP readings by pressing the clock icon and then 'Stop Intervals'.

Stop Single Interval Reading

Instructions on how to stop a single interval reading without interrupting the overall schedule.

Taking an SpO2 and Pulse Rate

Sensor Technology (Nellcor/Masimo)

Mentions the use of Nellcor® or Masimo® technology for SpO2 and Pulse Rate measurements.

Sensor Cleaning

Instruction to clean the SpO2 sensor using an alcohol pad before use.

Nail Polish/Artificial Nails Restriction

Guideline: avoid nail polish or artificial nails on the finger for accurate SpO2 readings.

Extremity Condition: Warm/Perfused

Instruction: ensure the extremity used for SpO2 measurement is warm and well-perfused.

Sensor Placement Recommendation

Recommendation for sensor placement: use the limb opposite the BP cuff if feasible.

Pulse Rate Derivation

Explains that Pulse Rate is derived from SpO2, or NIBP if only BP is measured.

Taking a Temperature with SureTemp® Plus

Direct Mode Operation

Describes Direct Mode activation when probe is out for 60s or patient is too cold for predictive measurement.

Probe Cover Usage

Emphasizes using only Welch Allyn Probe covers, which are single-use.

Probe Well Identification

Details the removable probe well, with blue for oral/axillary and red for rectal use.

Taking a Temperature Using SureTemp® Plus: Oral & Axillary

Oral Temperature Procedure

Steps for oral temperature measurement: probe handling, cover, listening for beep, placement, and release.

Axillary Temperature Procedure

Steps for axillary temperature measurement: probe, cover, beep, mode selection, placement, and release.

Taking a Temperature Using SureTemp® Plus: Rectal

Rectal Temperature Procedure

Steps for rectal temperature: probe insertion, beep, cover, placement, lubrication, and release.

Taking a Temperature Using Braun® Thermoscan 4000: Tympanic

Tympanic Temperature Measurement Guide

Provides a numbered, illustrated guide for performing tympanic temperature measurements with the Braun Thermoscan 4000.

Changing Alarms in Monitor Profile

Adjust Alarm Limits

Touch alarm limits control in parameter frame and enter desired upper/lower values using arrows or keypad.

Toggle Alarm Limits On/Off

Use the ON/OFF toggle button to turn alarm limits on or off for a parameter.

Alarm Icon Status

The alarm icon changes on the Home tab when limits are off, indicating no signals will occur.

Alarm Management: Monitor Profile

Alarm Trigger Conditions

Explains that alarms trigger when vital sign measurements exceed or fall below set alarm limits.

Light Bar Priority Indication

Describes light bar illumination: flashing red for high, flashing amber for medium, constant amber for low priority alarms.

Silence or Suspend Alarm

Instructions to silence or suspend an alarm by touching the triangle or the numeric value in the parameter frame.

Entering Manual Parameters

Access Manual Parameters Area

From the Home screen, touch the manual parameters area to enter height, weight, pain, and respirations.

Input Desired Information

Input desired patient information (height, weight, etc.) using the up/down arrows or keypad.

Confirm and Save Entries

Press OK to confirm entries and return to the Home screen; entries are not saved otherwise.

Entering Patient Modifiers

Access Patient Modifiers Area

From the Home screen, touch the Manual parameters area to access patient modifiers.

Enter Modifier Details

Navigate to the Modifiers tab and input desired details like BP site and cuff size.

Accept or Clear Modifiers

Use OK to accept modifiers or Clear to delete all entered modifiers; entries not saved unless OK is pressed.

Saving and Reviewing Vitals

Save Vitals Data

Touch the Save button when vital sign measurements are complete; data is saved to the Review tab.

Access Saved Vitals

Access saved vital sign data by touching the Review tab; select a vital to checkmark it.

Vital Data Options

Options include sending vitals to the network, printing, or deleting; an envelope icon indicates network transmission.

Cleaning Procedures

Accessory Cleaning Reference

Refer to the DFU for specific cleaning instructions for each accessory.

CVSM and Stand Cleaning

Clean the CVSM and Accessory Cable Management stand routinely per facility protocols.

Compatible Cleaning Agents

Lists compatible agents: Hydrogen Peroxide Wipes, Bleach Towels, 70% isopropyl alcohol, and 10% chlorine bleach solution.

Device Handling Caution

Important caution: do not submerge or spray any liquid directly onto the device.

Advanced Settings Information

Access and Contents

Accessible by code only; contains settings for display, parameters, alarms, and data management.

Device Cloning via USB

Enables users to clone device configurations using a USB drive.

Further Information and Support

Refer to Directions for Use or contact Sales Rep/Clinical Consultant for detailed information and specialized instruction.

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