How to Use a ResMed S9 With Oximeter

Continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP, is a therapy that is often prescribed to individuals who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea and other respiratory disorders. The CPAP machine delivers constant air pressure via a mask worn over the face that acts as a splint to keep the airway open. A pulse oximeter is a medical device that uses an LED light to measure the concentration of oxygen within the blood. Results are displayed as a percentage with a normal reading being between 95 and 100. The ResMed S9 series of machines has many accessories, including pulse oximeter, available to monitor therapy efficacy.

Things You'll Need

• S9 oximeter adapter
• Xpod oximeter
• Finger pulse sensor

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Instructions

• 1

  Set the ResMed CPAP machine on a solid, even surface close to the area where it will be used.

• 2

  Assemble the Xpod oximeter cable and ResMed adapter. Insert the end of the finger pulse sensor farthest from the finger cover into into the Xpod oximeter. Plug the oximeter cable into the ResMed adapter.

• 3

  Hold ResMed adapter so that the writing is facing upward. Align the adapter and assembled cable with the insertion port located on the back of the ResMed S9 CPAP machine just above the product label. Push the adapter into the port until you hear a "click" confirming it is locked into place.

• 4

  Insert an SD memory card into the slot just above the filter on the back side of the machine. The information received via the pulse oximeter is recorded onto the memory card. You can then use this information to track progress and determine if changes to therapy levels are needed.

• 5

  Plug the machine's power cord into an electrical outlet.

• 6

  Connect the mask to the air tubing and insert the other end of the air tubing into the air port located on the side of the machine.

• 7

  Place the finger pulse sensor on your finger so that the cable is positioned on top and follows along the back of your hand.

• 8

  Press the power button and use the CPAP machine according to the instruction of a primary care physician.