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• For patients expand chests laterally (normally neonatal patients), to avoid negative intrathoracic
pressure and optimize respiratory waveforms, respectively apply the electrodes in the right
midaxillary and the left lateral chest areas at the maximum point of the breathing movement.
• Periodically inspect the electrode application site to ensure skin quality. If the skin quality changes,
replace the electrodes or change the application site.
• Store the electrodes at room temperature. Open the electrode package immediately prior to use.
• Check that the electrode packages are intact and not expired. Make sure the electrode gel is moist.
13.4 Changing Resp Settings
• You can switch off the apnea alarm only when Apnea Alarm Off is enabled. For more information, see
10.2.3Setting the Switch of Apnea Alarm Off.