Lesson 1Starting Up for a New Patient: Connecting Leads/Sensors, Setting Alarm Limits, Patient ID and DetailsThis part describes the right way to start up for a new patient, including connecting ECG, SpO2, NIBP, and temperature sensors, putting in patient ID and details, setting alarm limits and profiles, and making sure baselines are steady before using in clinic.
Picking the right patient profileConnecting ECG, SpO2, NIBP, and temp sensorsPutting in patient ID and detailsSetting and checking alarm limitsChecking signal quality before monitoringHanding over info to clinic staffLesson 2Common Problems and Fixing Them: Monitor Shutting Down, Battery Failures, Display/Firmware Issues and Basic FixesThis part deals with common monitor problems, like sudden shutdowns, battery failures, display or keypad issues, and firmware errors, and gives step-by-step fixing methods, safe fixes at user level, and when to call biomedical engineering.
Monitor won't turn on or restartsBattery not charging or runs shortDisplay, touchscreen, and keypad problemsECG, SpO2, or NIBP channel failuresFirmware freezes, errors, and updatesCalling biomedical engineeringLesson 3Regular Checks and Function Tests: Battery Capacity Test, NIBP Cuff Leak Test, SpO2 Sensor Performance Check, ECG Lead Impedance CheckThis part details regular function tests to check if monitor is ready, including checking battery capacity, NIBP cuff leak and overpressure tests, SpO2 sensor performance tests, and ECG lead impedance checks using built-in or outside test tools.
Battery runtime and capacity test methodsNIBP cuff leak and valve function checksSpO2 sensor accuracy and response testsECG lead impedance and continuity checksUsing internal self-tests and service menusRecording and understanding test resultsLesson 4Clinic Roles and Typical Measurement Parameters (ECG/HR, SpO2, NIBP, RESP, temperature)This part reviews the clinic roles of multiparameter monitors and explains typical parameters like ECG, heart rate, SpO2, NIBP, breathing rate, and temperature, including normal ranges, clinic importance, and limits of each measurement channel.
Overview of multiparameter monitor functionsECG and heart rate: uses and limitsSpO2 and pulse rate understandingNIBP measurement cycles and artifactsBreathing rate and apnea detectionCore and skin temperature monitoringLesson 5Preparation Before Use: Power, Battery Check, Lead/Patient Cable Inspection, Sensor Calibration VerificationThis part explains steps to prepare before connecting to a patient, including power and battery checks, looking over leads and patient cables, checking sensor calibration status, and making sure accessories fit the clinic use planned.
Checking mains power and battery statusInspecting leads, cables, and connectorsConfirming right sensors and accessoriesChecking calibration labels and due datesSetting up default profiles and layoutsDocumenting pre-use safety checksLesson 6Managing Alarms: Alarm Priorities, Escalation Workflows, Adjusting Limits SafelyThis part explains safe alarm management, including alarm priority levels, setting limits and delays, escalation workflows, ways to cut down alarm fatigue, and checking that alarms stay right for each patient condition.
Alarm priority levels and meaningsSetting patient-specific alarm limitsAdjusting alarm volumes and delaysAlarm escalation and response workflowsWays to reduce alarm fatigueTesting alarms after settingLesson 7Daily and Weekly Upkeep: Cleaning Disinfection Protocols, Visual Inspection, Cable and Connector Checks, Sensor Functional TestsThis part covers daily and weekly upkeep tasks, including cleaning and disinfecting housings and sensors, visual checks for damage, checking cables and connectors, and quick function tests to spot early failures and keep reliability.
Approved cleaning and disinfection agentsCleaning housings, screens, and sensorsDaily visual inspection for damageCable, connector, and strain relief checksQuick functional checks of key channelsWeekly review of accessories and sparesLesson 8Fixing Signal Artefacts: Removing Motion, Poor Contact, Grounding and Electrical Interference ChecksThis part covers spotting and fixing motion artefacts, poor electrode or sensor contact, loose grounding, and electrical interference, using waveform checks, lead repositioning, and step-by-step checks to get back reliable monitoring signals.
Spotting motion artefacts on ECG and SpO2Fixing poor electrode and sensor contactChecking patient grounding and equipotential linksTracing mains and RF interference sourcesUsing monitor filters and notch settingsWhen to replace cables, leads, or sensorsLesson 9Documentation and Reporting: Logging Preventive Maintenance, Incident Reports, Calibration Records, Device History TrackingThis part outlines documentation for upkeep and incidents, including logging preventive maintenance, recording failures and repairs, tracking calibration certificates, and keeping device history records to support safety, audits, and rules compliance.
Preventive maintenance log requirementsIncident and near-miss report contentRecording repairs and part replacementsManaging calibration records and labelsBuilding a device history fileUsing CMMS or digital tracking tools
