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2-2. Basic Measurement
PCG Messages
Note:
If "PCG" was set to "OFF" in the "SELECT MEASUREMENT SENSOR" settings when the
patient's information was entered (refer to page 34), PCG messages and the PCG level
indicator will not appear.
The PCG messages are explained below. When "OK" is not displayed, measurement accuracy
may be reduced. Take corrective action according to the content of the message.
Messages
OK
PCG is stable.
Initializing
PCG initializing.
Out of
The sensor has been touched, causing
Range
noise.
The PCG sensor has come off or the
patient's shirt or other clothing has
come under it.
The PCG sensor pad is dry or dirty.
Weak Signal
The wrong side of the PCG sensor is
attached.
A position where the first three or more levels of the meter are lit is optimum. Measurement
can be performed if the meter is only lit to the second or first level, but accuracy may be
reduced.
The position of the sensor is not
suitable.
Re-Position
For patients with cardiac murmur or respiratory noise, it may be difficult to clearly distinguish
the first and second heart sounds. While this may cause reduced accuracy, measurement is
still possible.
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Status
Corrective Action
Measurement can begin.
Have the patient remain quiet and wait briefly.
Have the patient rest quietly and wait briefly.
Make sure the PCG sensor is in full contact with
the skin. If it is difficult to keep the sensor in full
contact, use the PCG sensor weight (refer to
page 46).
Replace with a new PCG sensor pad (refer to
page 45).
Attach the PCG sensor correctly (refer to page 45).
Re-attach the PCG sensor in a different position
(refer to page 45).
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