Philips M1196A Instrucciones De Uso página 7

Before Applying the Sensor
Before applying the sensor to a patient, be sure to read and understand all
Warnings listed in your SpO
Warnings described in this sensor IFU. Use sensors only with validated
Instruments and at a recommended patient application area.
Inspect Sensor for Damage
• Before applying the SpO
and inside. Check the outside by visually inspecting the sensor, cable,
and connector and assuring there is no damage or alteration. To check
the inside, press the Clip Sensor open and check that there is no damage
to the sensor optics.
• Any sensor showing signs of damage or alteration must not be used for
further patient monitoring; instead, dispose of it using proper disposal
procedures (see below).
Sensor Disposal
Dispose Deteriorated Sensors
Any sensor showing signs of physical or electrical deterioration or failure
should be disinfected, decontaminated, and disposed of according to local
laws regarding the disposal of hospital waste.
Change Application Site Periodically
Move the sensor application site every 4 hours, or more often if
circulation or skin integrity is compromised.
monitoring instrument IFU, as well as all
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sensor to a patient, inspect the sensor outside
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