Critikon DlNAMAP PRO Series 100-400 Operation Manual page 20

SpOz and predictive temperature
determinations to be monitored and recorded
(depending on Monitor model). In the Vitals (UK:
All
Obs) mode, the blood pressure is determined one time.
Before
each BP determination, the Monitor performs a test
to ensure that the cuff pressure
is below a specified level.
The determination is delayed until this condition is met.
During the delay, the
BP values are displayed as zero.
The Monitor senses the type of hose being used and
automatically uses adult/pediatric monitoring parameters or
neonatal monitoring parameters, as appropriate.
Audible and visible alarms occur when a value for systolic
pressure, diastolic pressure, mean arterial pressure, or pulse
rate is outside the selected high or low limit.
Instructions for cleaning and disinfecting BP cuffs are in
Appendix F.
Genera/ Warnings
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The PRO Monitor will not measure blood pressure
effectively on patients who are experiencing seizures
or tremors.
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Arrhythmias will increase the time required by the
PRO Monitor to determine a blood pressure and may
extend the time beyond the capabilities of the
Monitor.
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In Manual mode, the PRO Monitor displays the results
of the last blood pressure determination for 2 minutes
or until another determination is completed. If a
patient's condition changes between one
determination and the next, the Monitor will not
detect the change or indicate an alarm condition.
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Devices that exert pressure on tissue have been
associated with purpura, skin avulsion, compartmental
syndrome, ischemia and/or neuropathy. To minimize
these potential problems, especially when monitoring
at frequent intervals or over extended periods of time,
make sure the cuff is applied appropriately and
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while allowing