Monitoring Cardiac Output
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4. Select the C.O. parameter window to enter the [C.O. Setup] menu. In the [C.O. Setup]
menu:
îš‹ Check that the correct computation constant is entered. To change the
computation constant, select [Comp. Const] and then enter the correct value.
When a new catheter is used, the computation constant should be adjusted in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
îš‹ Switch [Auto IT] on and the injectate temperature is automatically obtained.
îš‹ When [Auto IT]] is switched off, you can enter the injectate temperature in the
[Manual IT] field.
5. Select [C.O. Measure] to enter the C.O. measurements window.
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measured C.O. curve
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