Introduction to the key points of Patient Monitor operation

2022-10-08

Mastering the operating skills of patient monitors is important. For the use of patient monitors, what are the key points of operation that cannot be ignored? The following points, I hope to help you.

Why connect the SpO2 sensor first?
Because wearing the SpO2 sensor is much faster than connecting the ECG lead wire, the patient's pulse rate and blood oxygen saturation can be monitored in the shortest time, and the medical staff can quickly complete the evaluation of the patient's most basic physical signs.

Can SpO2 sensor and blood pressure cuff be placed on the same side?
Blood pressure measurement will block and affect arterial blood flow, resulting in inaccurate blood oxygen saturation monitored during blood pressure measurement. Therefore, it is not clinically recommended that the SpO2 sensor and the blood pressure cuff be on the same side.

For patients with continuous monitoring, should the electrode pads be replaced?
Need to be replaced, because the electrode pads stick to the same part for too long, it will lead to the occurrence of rashes and blisters, so you should check the skin condition frequently. Occurrence of skin breakage in a patient. After stopping monitoring, remember to remove the electrodes.

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