Delphi II DL-00035 manual Measuring Fluid Status

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Measuring Fluid Status

PRECAUTION:

FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE WHEN USING A FLUID STATUS MONITOR.

To use the fluid status monitor, connect the monitor to receptacle 1 on the back of the VitalPoint monitor and follow the instructions on the screen.

The VitalPoint monitor will display the following instructions to take a fluid status measurement:

1.Snap the new electrodes to the cable.

2.Place the first electrode just above the top of your breastbone, with the arrow pointing down.

3.Place the second electrode just below the bottom of your breastbone, with the arrow pointing up.

4.Press the Start button on the fluid status machine.

5.Remain still and do not talk while your fluid status is taken. The measurement may take some time.

The VitalPoint monitor will record and display the data displayed on the fluid status monitor.

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Contents Delphi Medical Systems VitalPoint Home Monitor Patient Guide Manufactured by DL-00035 Rev Classification Explanation of Packaging and Labeling Symbols Contraindications Overview Intended UseVersion General Information PrecautionDL-00035 Rev DL-00035 Rev Precautions Overview Xii DL-00035 Rev Precaution Contents Introduction Monitor Features and Controls DL-00035 Rev Choosing a Location for the Monitor Dimming FeaturePower Supply Before YOU GET StartedPhone Connection Monitor SetupImportant Reminders For Help Selecting Options Operating the VitalPoint Home MonitorMain Menu Screen 10 DL-00035 Rev Reporting Symptoms 12 DL-00035 Rev ECG Taking MeasurementsMeasuring Blood Pressure Measuring Pulse Oximetry Measuring TemperatureMeasuring Prothrombin Time Measuring Blood GlucoseMeasuring Fluid Status Do not step onto the scale yet Measuring WeightMeasuring ECG Medication Reminder Viewing NURSE’S Instructions Viewing Setup Options 22 DL-00035 Rev Concluding Activities 24 DL-00035 Rev Disclaimer TrademarksDelphi Medical Systems