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Performance Considerations
1.6
Monitoring System Constraints
1.6.1
Pulse Rates — The monitoring system only displays pulse rates between 20 and
•
250 bpm. Detected pulse rates above 250 bpm appear as 250. Detected pulse
rates below 20 appear as a zero (0).
Saturation — The monitoring system displays saturation levels between 1% and
•
100%.
Respiration Rate — The monitoring system displays respiration rate levels
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between 4 and 40 breaths per minute (breaths/min). Detected breaths/min above
40 appear as 40. Detected breaths/min below 4 appear as 4. It calculates with an
average accuracy of ±1 breaths per minute, relative to a capnography-based ref-
erence.
Nellcor™ Sensor Performance Considerations
1.6.2
WARNING:
Incorrect application or inappropriate duration of use of a sensor can cause
tissue damage. Inspect the sensor site as directed in the Instructions for Use.
WARNING:
Use only Covidien-approved sensors and interface cables when connecting to
the sensor port. Connecting any other cable or sensor influences the accuracy
of sensor data, which may lead to adverse results.
WARNING:
Pulse oximetry readings and pulse signal can be affected by certain ambient
conditions, sensor application errors, and certain patient conditions.
WARNING:
Failure to cover the sensor site with opaque material in high ambient light
conditions may result in inaccurate measurements. Readings and pulse
signals can be affected by certain environmental conditions, pulse oximetry
sensor application errors, and certain patient conditions.
Operator's Manual Addendum
Performance Considerations
ADD-19
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