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Intended Use
Must be used with a compatible patient monitor or a pulse oximeter device. The sensor is intended to be used for
continuous, non-invasive functional arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2) and pulse rate monitoring for pediatric patients
weighing between 10~40kg.
Contraindications
This sensor is contraindicated for use on active patients or for prolonged use.
Instructions for Use
1) With the upper and lower jaws open, place an index finger evenly on the base of the clip. Push the finger tip
against the stop so that it is over the sensor window . If an index finger cannot be positioned correctly, or is not
available, other fingers can be used.
2) Note: When selecting a sensor site, priority should be given to an extremity free of an arterial catheter, blood
pressure cuff, or intravascular infusion line.
3) Spread open the rear tabs of the sensor to
provide even force over the length of the
pads .
4) The sensor should be oriented in such a way
that the cable is positioned along the top of
the hand .
5) Plug the sensor into the oximeter and verify
proper operation as described in the
oximeter operator's manual.
6) Inspect the monitoring site every 4 hours for skin integrity.
7) Before each use, surface-clean sensor and cable with a soft gauze pad by saturating it with a solution such as
70% isopropyl alcohol. If low-level disinfection is required, use a 1:10 bleach solution.
Caution: Do not sterilize by irradiation steam, or ethylene oxide.
Warnings
1) Some factors may affect the accuracy of saturation measurements. Such factors include: excessive patient
movement, fingernail polish, use of intravascular dyes, excessive light, poor blood perfusion in the finger,
extreme finger sizes or improper placement of the sensor.
2) Using the sensor in the presence of bright lights may result in inaccurate measurements. In such cases, cover the
sensor site with an opaque material.
3) The sensor must be moved to a new site at least every 4 hours. Because individual skin condition affects the
ability of the skin to tolerate sensor placement, it may be necessary to change the sensor site more frequently
with some patients. If skin integrity changes, move the sensor to another site.
4) Do not apply tape to secure the sensor in place or to tape it shut; venous pulsation may lead to inaccurate
saturation measurements.
5) Do not immerse sensor as it causes short.
6) Do not use NIBP or other constructing instruments on same appendage as sensor for blood flow interrupted by
NIBP cuff or circulatory patient condition will result in no pulse found or loss of pulse.
7) Do not use the sensor or other oximetry sensors during MRI scanning.
8) Carefully route cables to reduce the possibility of patient entanglement or strangulation.
9) Do not alter or modify the sensor. Alterations or modifications may affect performance or accuracy.
10) Do not use the sensor if the sensor or the sensor cable appears damaged.
Instructions for Pediatric SpO Finger Clip Sensor
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