The Patient Session
3-30 ST80i Stress Test System Instructions for Use
To take a blood pressure measurement (if the patient is connected to a blood pressure
monitor) other than a timed BP
Click the BP button.
The current blood pressure measurement displays in the
BP mmhg field.
The previous blood pressure measurement displays in the
Previous BP mmhg field.
To manually enter the blood pressure measurement when no NIBP device is connected
1
After you take the patient's blood pressure, click the BP mmhg field.
2 In this field, insert the latest blood pressure measurements.
3 Click OK.
The display shows the manually entered measurements.
The previous blood pressure measurement displays in the
Previous BP mmhg field.
To override the SpO2 -- procedure in developement---
NOTE ST80i software validates the input values of NIBP and SpO
2
before they take effect to ensure that the
numbers fall within an expected physiological range.
For how this information will be displayed in the Final Report, see “Working with Reports” on
page 4-1.
After taking the baseline measurements, you are now ready to instruct the patient in the proper
use of the equipment.
Starting the Patient on the Treadmill or Ergometer
The start and stop control for the treadmill or ergometer appears in the side panel. There is also
a start and stop button on the treadmill.
You can also manually control the speed and grade of the treadmill during any stage in the
Exercise test. See “Controlling the Treadmill or Ergometer” on page 3-35.
To start the patient on the treadmill
1
Show the patient the location of the emergency stop button.
2 Have the patient straddle the belt.
3 In the ST80i application, click Start Treadmill.
This button changes to
Stop Treadmill.
The treadmill starts at the preselected speed and elevation set for the protocol.
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