Attaching Other Accessories; Attaching A Pulse Oximeter - ResMed Astral Series Clinical Manual

Accessories
Connect the nebuliser unit with a T-piece into the inspiratory limb of the breathing circuit before the
patient. If one of the Aerogen nebuliser models is being used (ie, Aeroneb Solo and Aeroneb Pro), it can
be powered via the USB connector at the rear of the Astral device, or the Aerogen USB AC/DC adapter.
Pictured above: Aeroneb
For full instructions for use, please consult the Aeroneb Solo System Instruction Manual.

Attaching other accessories

Attaching a pulse oximeter

WARNING
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Only use compatible NONIN™ finger pulse sensors*.
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Pulse oximeter sensors must not be used with excessive pressure for prolonged periods as this
can cause patient pressure injury.
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The pulse oximeter sensor and cable needs to be verified for compatibility with Astral,
otherwise patient injury can result.
CAUTION
Factors that may degrade pulse oximeter performance or affect the accuracy of the measurement
include the following: excessive ambient light, excessive motion, electromagnetic interference,
blood flow restrictors (arterial catheters, blood pressure cuffs, infusing lines, etc.), moisture in the
sensor, improperly applied sensor, incorrect sensor type, poor pulse quality, venous pulsations,
anaemia or low haemoglobin concentrations, cardiogreen or other intravascular dyes,
carboxyhaemoglobin, methaemoglobin, dysfunctional haemoglobin, artificial nails or fingernail
polish, or a sensor not at heart level.
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