Sensors; Selecting A Sensor; Biocompatibility Testing - Nellcor N-395 Operator's Manual

SENSORS
Selecting a Sensor
Biocompatibility Testing
Performance Considerations
SELECING A SENSOR
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WARNING: Before use, carefully read the sensor directions
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for use, including all warnings, cautions, and instructions.
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WAWING: Do not use a damaged sensor or sensor cable.
Do not use a sensor with exposed optical components.
WARNING: Use only Nellcor sensors and sensor cables with
this monitor. Other sensors or sensor cables may cause
improper N-395 performance.
WARWING: Do not use a sensor cable with the
N-395 monitor (other than the SCP-I0 or MC-10 sensor
cable). Use of another sensor cable will have an adverse
effect on performance. Do not attach any cable that is
intended for computer use to the sensor port. Do not connect
any device other than a Nekcsr-approved sensor to the sensor
connector.
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WARNING: Tissue damage can be caused by incorrect
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application or duration of use of a SpOz sensor. Inspect the
sensor site periodically as directed in the sensor directions for
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use.
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When selecting a sensor, consider the patient's weight and
activity level, the adequacy of perfusion, the available sensor
sites, the need for sterility, aiid the anticipated duration of
monitoring. For inore information, refer to Table 1 or contact
your local Mallinckrodt representative.