Getting Started; Introduction - Cardinal Health Alaris 8000 Series Directions For Use Manual

This Section of the Directions for Use (
t Module, Series ("
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information. It is used in conjunction with the following:
Alaris PC Point-of-Care Unit ("PC Unit") Section of this DFU
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Maintenance Software and User Manual for Alaris
t Module Technical Service Manual
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Microstream Disposable Compatibility Card
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Oridion's Microstream
The t Module is a capnograph indicated for continuous,
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noninvasive monitoring of end tidal carbon dioxide (
fractional inspired carbon dioxide (
( ). The t Module and disposables are indicated for
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use with intubated and nonintubated adult, geriatric, pediatric
and neonatal patients. It is not intended for direct connection
to ventilator or breathing systems. Only
be connected to the Alaris
The t Module is used with Oridion's patented
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Microstream Disposables/circuits for sidestream
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capnography.
Microstream Disposable: Reference "General Information"
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for "Microstream Disposable" Information.
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Alarms and Messages: Reference "Troubleshooting and
Maintenance" for module-specific alarms and messages.
Contraindications: None known.
Electromagnetic Environment: Reference "Appendix"
Section of this ("Regulations and Standards",
DFU
Compliance").
Alaris System Directions for Use
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Introduction

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Getting Started

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Getting Started
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