Risks And Benefits; Opioid Induced Respiratory Depression (Oird) - Masimo Opioid Halo User Manual

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in all establishments, including domestic
establishments.
Note: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: To satisfy RF exposure requirements, this device and its antenna must operate with a separation
distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
Note: When using the Opioid Halo System consideration should be taken to local government frequency
allocations and technical parameters to minimize the possibility of interference to/from other wireless
devices.

Risks and Benefits

Opioid Induced Respiratory Depression (OIRD)

One of the side effects of opioids is the risk of OIRD. OIRD affects your body's ability to work normally
including breathing.
When OIRD occurs and you stop breathing, your blood oxygen level can drop or desaturate or become
very unstable. Without enough oxygen in your blood, your brain, organs, and tissues can be damaged
and may fail.
The Opioid Halo System provides Opioid Halo that works to monitor your blood oxygenation biomarker
data (e.g., SpO , Pulse Rate) to detect severe risk for OIRD. The Opioid Halo analyzes the stability of
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your oxygenation to detect a risk of an opioid overdose. Because other medical conditions can also
cause instability in your oxygenation (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea), you may also get an alarm for an
oxygenation issue that is not opioid related. Regardless, if there is an alarm and you suspect or know
someone has taken opioids it is better to act as if they maybe having an opioid overdose.
According to US CDC
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situation like an overdose - it could save a life. Call 911 or seek medical care for the individual. Do not
leave the person alone. Signs of overdose may include:
Small, constricted "pinpoint pupils"
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Falling asleep or loss of consciousness
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Slow, shallow breathing
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Choking or gurgling sounds
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Limp body
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Pale, blue, or cold skin
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https://www.cdc.gov/opioids/overdoseprevention/index.html
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, the recognition of opioid overdoses can be difficult. If unsure it is best to treat the
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