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Heart Biomarker Evaluation in Apnea Treatment

10.1.4 Participant's Instructions on How to Self-Apply

  • 1. Wrap the elastic strap around your abdomen.
  • 2. Thread the loose end of the elastic strap through the second handle.
  • 3. Pull the elastic strap and fasten so that the Embletta sits comfortable on you.

EKG Pads

  • 4. Clean below the clavicle and on the left side below the rib cage with rubbing alcohol.
  • 5. Place one EKG electrode on each prepared site.

Thoracic and Abdominal Belts

  • 6. Place the belt with the yellow connector around your stomach at the navel.
  • 7. Take the two black Belt lock and connect them.
  • 8. Place the second belt with the blue connector around your chest under your arms.
  • 9. Take the two black Belt lock and connect them.

Nasal Cannula

  • 10. Place the nasal prongs in your nostrils.
  • 11. Loop the cannula over your ears and then position it under your chin.
  • 12. Pull to tighten.

Oximeter

  • 13. Position the adhesive side of the FlexiWrap on the finger.
  • 14. Make sure the dotted line is at the base of the finger.
  • 15. Carefully fold the flap of the FlexiWrap over the finger.
  • 16. Wrap the sides of the Flexiwrap around the sides of the finger.
  • 17. Secure the sensor wire with tape. ( Please ask the participant to remove any nail polish or artificial nails)

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Heart Biomarker Evaluation in Apnea Treatment