EZ EM PROTOCO2L 6400 - Patient Insufflation; Observations During Insufflation

PROTOCO
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Colon Insufflator User Manual
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10.3
SETTING PATIENT PRE
SSURE
To set patient pressure, rotate the Pressure Se
lect dial to the desired pre
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set pressure.
Once flow has been initiated, the pressure display will indicate the current pressure
value.
An initial insufflation pressure of 20 mm Hg is recommended. If necessary, the
pressure may be increased up to 25 mm H
g during the procedure to obtain adequate
distention.
10.4
RESET CO
2
VOLUME
Assure that the Volume Display reads zero prior to beginning insufflation. To reset
the Volume Liters Display, press the Volume Reset.
NOTE: Do not press Volume Reset button once pr
ocedure has started.
10.5
PATIENT CONNECTION
FOR INSUFFLATION
Place the patient in the lateral decubitus position, and insert the Administration Set into the patient,
following the instructions included with the Administration Set.
It is important to use only
E
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EM, Inc. manufactured high flow tubing with a 0.1 micron
hydrophobic filter to prevent cross contamination of the patient or PROTOCO
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Insufflator. E
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EM, Inc. manufactures an Administration Set (that includes the filter) designed
to provide optimum insufflator performance. It is recommended that this Administration Set be
used. Always inspect every Administration Set to make su
re there are no signs of damage. If such
a condition exists, do not use the Administration Set. See Administration Set instructions for use.
The use of unauthorized administration sets may cause damage of your insufflator, and result in
voiding your warr
anty.
10.6
ADMINISTRATION SET
CONNECTION FOR INITI
AL
INSUFFLATION
Insert the connector on the Administration Set to the Gas Output connection on the insufflator’s
Front panel.