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You can set the RRa averaging default in Advanced settings. Averaging is set to default
settings when any of the following occurs:
• The device starts up
• You change or clear patient context
Set up RRa
Default settings for the RRa parameter can be changed only in Advanced settings.
Configure RRa alarms
Follow these steps to set alarm limits for RRa measurements.
1. Verify that you are using the Continuous Monitoring profile.
2. Verify that the patient type is Adult.
3. Touch the Alarms tab.
4. Touch the RRa vertical tab.
5. Ensure that the RRa alarm limit control is set to ON.
Note If any parameter's alarm limit control is set to OFF, you
cannot adjust alarm limits on the Alarm tab, and no visual or
audio signals will occur for that specific parameter.
6. Adjust the following settings as desired:
• RRa limits. Enter upper and lower alarm limits for RRa using the up/down arrow
keys or the keypad.
• Alarm delay. Select the duration from the list box. This alarm delay specifies the
minimum duration of an alarm limit condition to activate an alarm signal. The
alarm delay you select impacts both upper and lower alarm limits. You can set
the default in Advanced settings.
• No breath detected alarm delay. Select the duration from the list box. This alarm
delay specifies the minimum duration of a no-breath condition to activate an
alarm signal. You can set the default in Advanced settings.
7. Touch the Home tab.
The new alarm settings take effect immediately.
Measure RRa
RRa monitoring is only for adult patients who weigh more than 66 pounds (30 kilograms).
WARNING Inaccurate measurement risk. Use only Masimo rainbow SET
sensors and accessories on Masimo-equipped monitors.
WARNING The accuracy of RRa measurements can be affected by any of
the following:
• Excessive ambient or environmental noise
• Improper sensor placement
• Failure to properly connect the sensor and cables
Directions for use Patient monitoring 91