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6.6 Measuring bioimpedance
User qualification for bioimpedance measurement
Performing a bioimpedance measurement
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Device mode
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Service
Bioimpedance measurements may only be carried out by persons who have
been familiarized with the functions of the device according to the regulations of
the respective institution.
To perform a bioimpedance measurement, at least the following sections of
these instructions for use must be observed in addition to the information in this
section:
è Safety information, page 108
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è Contraindications, page 106
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• Hygiene treatment
WARNING!
Patient hazard due to infections
Diseases can be transmitted due to poor hygiene.
► Ensure that the patient does not have any infectious diseases.
► Make sure that the patient's hands and feet are clean.
► Make sure that the patient does not have any open wounds on the
palms of the hands or the soles of the feet.
► Disinfect the electrode surfaces after every measurement.
WARNING!
Injury from falling
► The device is not designed for supporting patients when getting
up, e.g. from a wheelchair. Assist people with limited motor skills
when they are getting up, e.g. from a wheelchair.
1. Ask the patient to step onto the weighing platform.
2. Determine the patient's weight and height as described in the relevant sec-
tions of these instructions for use.
ð The BIA start key is shown.
ð The foot electrodes for bioimpedance measurement light up on the
weighing platform.
Function available
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