Nibp Problems - Philips SureSigns VS1 Manuel D'utilisation

NIBP Problems

LEDs do not change from "888" to "- - - "
Cause
Incorrect model setting
Cuff does not inflate
Cause
Faulty cuff hose connection
Leak in the cuff
Incorrect cuff mode
Cuff hose kinked
NIBP Initializing message appears
Cause
Loss of communication
Abnormal readings
Cause
Note: If the monitor detects motion, vibrations, or an arrhythmia, a "?" appears to the left of the measurement
values displayed on the LCD.
To verify a suspect measurement value, initiate another measurement, placing your stethoscope under the cuff
and watch the cuff pressure shown in the MAP display. The clinician's measured values normally fall within 5
mmHg of the monitor's displayed values.
Vibrations, such as patient
shivering, arrhythmia, or
noises, including bodily
contact or motion, or cardiac
massage during a
measurement
Cuff placement or
positioning
Unreliable NIBP readings
Cause
Cuff placement or
positioning
Cuff/limb not at heart level
Unstable blood pressure
Patient movement or
anxiousness
Solution
Ask your Biomed to reset the model number to the correct value.
Solution
Check all connections and check hoses for damage or leaks.
Check cuff and replace if faulty.
If the NIBP measurement mode is incorrect for the cuff being used, the cuff will not
inflate and an alarm will occur.
Verify that the hose is not kinked or occluded.
Solution
Turn the power off, wait 10 seconds, and then turn the power back on to clear the
message.
Solution
Assess the patient's condition, then start the measurement again.
Verify that the appropriate cuff is selected for the patient and that it is positioned
correctly.
Solution
Verify that the appropriate cuff is selected for the patient and that it is positioned
correctly.
Place cuff/limb at patient's heart level.
Check patient for reciprocal pulsations or respiratory alterations.
Check for patient movement.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
NIBP Problems
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