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Instructions for Use
11 Respiration Rate
WARNING: The safety and effectiveness of the respiration measurement method in the
detection of apnea has not been established. Do not rely solely on the device for
detecting cessation of breathing
WARNING: The device does not monitor obstructive apnea. Patients at risk for
respiratory crises should be observed closely
WARNING: Current Health is not intended for use on patients with extremely low (less
than 6rpm) and extremely high (greater than 60rpm) respiration rates
11.1 Principle of Operation
Current Health monitors respiration rate based on chest movements and, in particular, the
impact this has on the upper arm. This has been validated in multiple postures and in
multiple body types. Technical specifications are included in section 18.4.3.
11.2 Averaging
Current Health utilizes averaging in order to smooth pulse rate data and prevent
inappropriate and transient artifacts from affecting stability of results. The data update
period is provided in the technical data in section 18.4.3.
The time that a pulse rate was calculated is displayed on the user interface next to each
respiratory rate.
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