Warnings - BCI WW1020 Operation Manual

kEYWORD
WARNING
Something that could hurt the patient or hurt the operator.
CAUTION
Something that could damage the monitor.
NOTE
Other important information.

Warnings

WARNING! This device is not intended for continuous patient monitoring. This device is
intended to measure the patient's %SpO
audible or visible alarms.
WARNING! The monitor was not designed or tested to be an apnea monitor.
WARNING! Do not use this device in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
WARNING! Do not use this device in the presence of magnetic resonance imaging (MR or
MRI) equipment.
WARNING! Operation of this device may be adversely affected in the presence of
conducted transients or strong electromagnetic (EM) or radiofrequency
(RF) sources, such as portable and mobile RF communication equipment,
electrosurgery and electrocautery equipment, x-rays, and high intensity
infrared radiation.
WARNING! Operation of this device may be adversely affected in the presence of computed
tomograph (CT) equipment.
WARNING! Any monitor that has been dropped or damaged should be inspected by
qualified service personnel, prior to use, to insure proper operation.
WARNING! If the accuracy of any measurement is in question, verify the patient's vital signs
by an alternative method,and then check the monitor for proper functioning.
WARNING! This device must be used in conjunction with clinical signs and symptoms. This
device is only intended to be an adjunct in patient assessment.
WARNING! This device is intended for use by persons trained in professional health care or
those who have access to the oversight of a professional health care provider.
The operator must be thoroughly familiar with the information in this manual
before using the device.
WARNING! Prolonged use or the patient's condition may require changing the sensor site
periodically. Change sensor site and check skin integrity, circulatory status, and
correct alignment at least every 4 hours.
WARNING! When attaching sensors with Microfoam
attach the tape too tightly. Tape applied too tightly may cause inaccurate
readings and blisters on the patient's skin (lack of skin respiration, not heat,
causes the blisters).
WARNING! Use only SpO
device.
Clinician's Operation Manual
DEFINITION
sensors supplied with, or specifically intended for use with, this
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tape, do not stretch the tape or
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