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Warning: There is always a risk when using oxygen that the O
the arterial plasma will reach an unacceptable level. This driver should
always be used in conjunction with a pulse oximeter to monitor patient
status. Oxygen toxicity can be a concern with this device for the
intended population if it is used for more than a few hours. Risks
include:
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Absorption atelectasisi (collapse of lung tissue)
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Hypercapnia (increased carbon dioxide)
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Retrolental hyperplasia (which can cause blindness)
Also, Chemotherapy patients given bleomycin appear to be extremely
sensitive to even relatively low levels of oxygen.
Warning: The use of any power cords with the AirLife
Driver other than those supplied with the driver may result in increased
emissions and/or decreased Immunity of the AirLife
Driver.
Caution: Although the AirLife
requirements of current EMC/RFI legislation, this does not guarantee
immunity from all sources of radiated energy. Some mobile telephones and
other products containing radio transmitting components may cause
malfunction of the AirLife
the vicinity of the driver.
Caution: Federal (USA) law restricts sale of this driver to, or on the order of,
a physician.
Caution: Any liquid introduced into the gas supplies will cause malfunction of
this driver and the equipment connected to it.
Caution: This driver is designed to mix oxygen and air only. Do not alter the
inlets for any other gas sources, such as anesthesia gases.
Caution: The power switch does not disconnect the driver from the main
power supply. This can only be accomplished by disconnecting the AC
adapter from either the driver or the AC outlet.
Caution: The correct AC adapter must be used with the driver. Use of an
incorrect AC adapter can damage the internal circuits of the driver.
Caution: Using the driver without the proper filters can allow dirt or moisture
to enter the system. This will damage the electronic blender, leaving the unit
non-operational.
Caution: Ensure that the driver is unplugged from external power and that
the power switch is in the "Off" position before cleaning.
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