Braun Stimuplex HNS 11 User Manual

Stimuplex
®
HNS 11
Nerve Stimulator for
Regional Anaesthesia,
Regional Analgesia, Neurology
User manual

Braun Stimuplex HNS 11 Specifications

General

Brand	Braun
Model	Stimuplex HNS 11
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Checks Before Start-up

Operating Mode and Battery Status

Technical Description

Operating the Nerve Stimulator

Switching the Device On and Off

Step-by-step guide for device power management.

Stimulator Operation Details

Current Range and Battery Voltage Check

Display Feedback and Alerts

Interpreting LCD Display Values

Initial Setup and Pre-Application Testing

Pre-Application Device Verification

Technical Specifications

Battery Handling and Replacement

Procedure for Battery Replacement

Cleaning and Disinfection Procedures

Approved and Prohibited Cleaning Agents

Maintenance and Safety Checks

Patient Safety and Error Diagnostics

Patient Safety and Usage Restrictions

Critical safety information and usage limitations.

Error Code Diagnostics

How to interpret and report device error codes.

Principles of Peripheral Nerve Stimulation

Understanding PNS Mechanism

Explains the role of PNS in nerve localization and blocks.

Performing Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS)

Pre-Procedure Checks and Device Setup

Steps before starting PNS: device check, electrode application, disinfection.

Setting Stimulation Parameters

Selecting pulse width, frequency, and current range for PNS.

Needle Guidance and Current Adjustment

Advancing the needle and adjusting current to locate the nerve.

PNS Procedure Details and Cautions

Threshold Current and Nerve Proximity

Achieving correct threshold current and avoiding nerve contact.

Post-Stimulation Procedures and Site Selection