Nellcor OxiMax N-595 Operator's Manual page 124

Performance Considerations
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• a blood pressure cuff is inflated on the same extremity as
the one with the O
• there is arterial occlusion proximal to the O
• poor peripheral profusion
Select an appropriate O
all warnings and cautions presented in the directions for use
accompanying the O
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such as nail polish from the application site. Periodically check to
ensure that the O M
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patient.
High ambient light sources such as surgical lights (especially those
with a xenon light source), bilirubin lamps, fluorescent lights,
infrared heating lamps, and direct sunlight can interfere with the
performance of an SpO
ambient light, ensure that the O
cover the O M sensor site with opaque material.
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WARNING: Failure to cover the O
material in high ambient light conditions may result in inaccurate
measurements.
If patient movement presents a problem, try one or more of the
following remedies to correct the problem.
• verify that the O
applied
• move the O
• use an adhesive O
patient motion
• use a new O
M sensor attached
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M sensor, apply it as directed, and observe
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M sensor. Clean and remove any substances
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sensor remains properly positioned on the
O M sensor. To prevent interference from
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M sensor is properly applied, and
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M
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M sensor is properly and securely
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M sensor to a less active site
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M sensor that tolerates some
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M sensor with fresh adhesive backing
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M sensor
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sensor site with opaque