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Red DCI® and DCI-P
Adult and Pediatric Reusable SpO
Reusable
Prior to using this sensor, the user should read and understand the Operator's Manual for the device or monitor and
this Directions for Use.
INDICATIONS
Red reusable DCI® and DCI-P sensors are indicated for either spot "check" or the continuous non-invasive monitoring of arterial
oxygen saturation (SpO
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CONTRAINDICATIONS
Red DCI and DCI-P sensors are contraindicated for use on mobile patients or for prolonged periods of use. They must be
removed and repositioned to a different monitoring site at least every four (4) hours.
DESCRIPTION
Red DCI and DCI-P sensors are for use only with devices containing Masimo® rainbow SET® Technology or licensed to use
rainbow® compatible sensors. Consult individual oximetry system manufacturers for compatibility of particular device and
sensor models. Each device manufacturer is responsible for determining whether their devices are compatible with each
sensor model.
The DCI and DCI-P sensors have been verified with Masimo rainbow SET Oximetry Technology.
WARNING: Masimo sensors and cables are designed for use with devices containing Masimo SET® oximetry or licensed to use
Masimo sensors.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES
• The site must checked at least every four (4) hours to ensure proper adhesion, skin integrity and proper alignment.
• Exercise extreme caution with poorly perfused patients; skin erosion and pressure necrosis can be caused when
the sensor is not frequently moved. Assess site at least every two (2) hours with poorly perfused patients.
• During low perfusion, the sensor site needs to be assessed frequently for signs of tissue ischemia, which can lead
to pressure necrosis.
• With very low perfusion at the monitored site, the readings may read lower than core arterial oxygen saturation.
• Misapplied sensors or sensors that become partially dislodged may cause either over or under reading of actual
arterial oxygen saturation.
• Do not use tape to secure the sensor to the site; this can restrict blood flow and cause inaccurate readings. Use of
additional tape can cause skin damage or damage the sensor.
• The sensor should be free of visible defects. Never use a damaged sensor or one with exposed electrical circuitry.
• Do not attempt to reprocess, recondition or recycle Masimo sensors or patient cables as these processes may damage the
electrical components, potentially leading to patient harm.
• To prevent damage, do not soak or immerse the sensor in any liquid solution. Do not attempt to sterilize.
• Carefully route cable and patient cable to reduce the possibility of patient entanglement or strangulation.
• Intravascular dyes or externally applied coloring (such as nail polish) may lead to inaccurate SpO
• Elevated levels of Carboxyhemoglobin (COHb) may lead to inaccurate SpO
• Elevated levels of Methemoglobin (MetHb) will lead to inaccurate SpO
• Failure to apply the sensor properly may cause incorrect measurements.
• Do not use the sensor during MRI scanning.
• Avoid placing the sensor on any extremity with an arterial catheter or blood pressure cuff.
• The pulsations from intra-aortic balloon support can be additive to the pulse rate on the oximeter pulse rate display.
Verify patient's pulse rate against the ECG heart rate.
• Venous congestion may cause under reading of actual arterial oxygen saturation. Therefore, assure proper venous
outflow from monitored site. Sensor should be not below heart level (e.g. sensor on hand of a patient in a bed with arm
dangling to the floor)
• Venous pulsations may cause erroneous low readings (e.g. tricuspid value regurgitation).
• Do not modify or alter the sensor in any way. Alterations or modification may affect performance and/or accuracy.
• Caution: Replace the sensor when a replace sensor message is displayed, or when a low SIQ message is consistently
displayed while monitoring consecutive patients after completing the low SIQ troubleshooting steps identified in the
monitoring device operator's manual.
D I R E C T I O N S F O R U S E
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