Operator's Manual Part 2

Revision D ApexPro Telemetry System 12-5
2001989-134
SpO2 Monitoring: Infants and Pulse Oximetry
Infants and Pulse Oximetry
WARNING
The display of inaccurate pulse oximetry (SPO2) values
has been linked to the presence of poor signal strength or
artifact due to patient motion during signal analysis.
This condition is most likely to be encountered when the
equipment is used on infants. These same conditions in
adults do not impact the SPO2 values to the same extent.
When using pulse oximetry on infants, ALWAYS observe
the following precautions.
Precautions
We recommend the application of the following criteria when using the
pulse oximetry function on infants:
1. The peripheral pulse rate (PPR) as determined by the SPO2 function
must be within 10% of the heart rate, and
2. the SPO2 signal strength indicator must have 2 or 3 asterisks
displayed, and
3. stable SPO2 values are displayed for six seconds.
Procedures or devices previously applied in your facility for SPO2
monitoring should be used in the event that the SPO2 value from the
equipment cannot be validated by the above criteria.
CAUTION
Do not use the Apex Oximeter on neonatal patients. It is
not designed for use on neonates.