Blood Pressure Module Contraindications - Fresenius Medical Care 2008T Operator's Manual

About Hemodialysis...
Allergic reactions to chemical disinfectants may occur if insufficient procedures are used to
remove or maintain the residual disinfectant at acceptable levels. Chemical disinfectants are
used for dialyzer disinfection, machine disinfection, or for disinfection of water treatment and
distribution systems.
All blood connections must be made using aseptic technique.
All tubes and connections must be secured and closely monitored to prevent loss of blood or
entry of air into the extracorporeal circuit or errors in the ultrafiltration control system. The
patient may require blood transfusion or other medical intervention to prevent respiratory or
cardiac disorders if these occur.
The patient's blood pressure and general physical status must be closely monitored during
dialysis in order to initiate appropriate remedial measures or therapy. Of particular
importance is the control of the patient's serum potassium level to prevent cardiac
dysrhythmia and the patient's blood clotting time to prevent clotting disorders.
These instructions are for the 2008T hemodialysis machine. The machine must only be
operated in accordance with these instructions. All operators of this machine must be
thoroughly trained and have read this entire manual and any applicable appendices before
using the machine. Improper care/use of this device may result in serious patient injury or
death.

Blood Pressure Module Contraindications

The following are generally accepted contraindications for using a timed automatic blood
pressure instrument utilizing the oscillometric principle:
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Use of a heart lung machine
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Peripheral circulation problems
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Severe arrhythmia
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Ectopic beats
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Convulsions
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Spasms
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Tremors
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Tachycardia
Use of incorrectly sized blood pressure cuffs may result in inaccurate blood pressure
readings.
This is a guideline only. Final determination of the suitability of any medical instrument for
use with any patient is the responsibility of the treating physician.
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