Waveform Analysis - CareFusion Alaris 8015 User Manual

Waveform Analysis

The EtCO module provides the option to display EtCO readings as a waveform. The following graph
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is an example of a normal waveform (normal ventilation, 35 - 45 mmHg). In the event the EtCO value
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is above the waveform display range, the top of the waveform will be clipped. Numerical EtCO values
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continue to be displayed on both the EtCO module and PC unit.
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A - B: baseline period of no CO ; end of inhalation
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B - C: rapid rise in CO
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D D D D
C - D: alveolar plateau
D: end of expiration; end tidal CO (EtCO )
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D - E: inhalation
EtCO Module Section General Information
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Alaris System User Manual – with v9.33 Model 8015 5-27