VitalConnect MKT-161 Cardiac Monitoring User Guide

MKT-161 Cardiac Monitoring
User Guide

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QuickStart Guide for Cardiac Monitoring
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This guide describes how to use the VitalPatch® biosensor and VistaPhone for at-home cardiac monitoring.

• The VitalPatch is worn on the chest to measure and record your vital signs and heart rhythms.
• The Vitaphone sends data from VitalPatch to your care team for monitoring.

Wear the VitalPatch at all times during the monitoring period and keep the VistaPhone near you.
For detailed instructions and warnings, refer to IFU-06, VitalPatch Instructions for Use, and IFU-26, VistaPrint Instructions for Use. You can view these by tapping the Menu button on the VistaPhone and then tapping Help.

Section 1: Using the VistaPhone

Unpacking and Charging VistaPhone
If you have not already done so, remove the VistaPhone charger and cable from the package labeled “VistaPhone.” Keep all packing materials.
Use only the provided USB-C cable and charger for your VistaPhone. Keep the device plugged into the charger at night while you are sleeping. You can use the VistaPhone while it is charging. Look at the battery indicator in the status bar. Do not let the VistaPhone battery run out.
Turning the VistaPhone On and Off
The Vitaphone should always be ON when you are wearing a VitalPatch. The screen will go to sleep (but the device will remain ON) after a period of inactivity.

• To Turn ON: Press Power Key until the device vibrates and the screen lights up. To check if ON, tap the screen.
• To Unlock: Swipe across the screen with your finger and then enter PIN code 1234.
• To Turn OFF: Press and hold the Power Key until the Options menu displays, and then select Power Off.

Checking Cloud Connection
Keep the VistaPhone in a place with a strong cell phone signal. If the screen shows Cloud Connection Lost, move the VistaPhone to a location with a better signal.

**Section 2: Applying the VitalPatch

**

To see an instructional video, tap the Menu button, tap Help, and then tap VitalPatch Application.

1. Prepare Upper-Left Chest
   a. If a previous VitalPatch is still applied, remove it first. See Section 7 on page 4.
   b. If there is body hair on the site, shave the site before cleaning. Prepare an area larger than the VitalPatch. See the figure to the right.
   c. Clean site with an alcohol wipe and allow to dry.

2. Remove from Pouch and Power-On
   a. Tear open pouch at the notch and remove VitalPatch. b. Allow the VitalPatch to “breathe” for at least 2 minutes
   before proceeding to the next step.
   c. Place VitalPatch on a flat surface. Press and release the power button. A green light below the logo will flash when VitalPatch is powered on (the light will go off)

3. Hold Against Chest
   a. Hold the VitalPatch against the chest in the position shown in the figure to the right.
   b. Space two fingers below the jugular notch (dip at the base of the neck).
   c. Position diagonally with the three lines angled downward away from the midline.

4. Remove Backings and Apply
   DO NOT touch the adhesive with your fingers!
   a. Hold one side of the VitalPatch down.
   b. Lift the opposite side, and peel the backing off from the center. Press against the skin.
   c. Peel the backing off from the other side of the VitalPatch. d. Firmly press down both sides to attach to the skin.

5. Optional Adhesive Overlay
   If your care team recommends an adhesive overlay, please review the instructional video. Go to the Menu button, tap Help, and then tap VitalPatch Adhesive Overlay.

Section 3: Wearing the VitalPatch

• DO NOT shower or exercise for 30 minutes after applying the VitalPatch.
• DO NOT expose the VitalPatch directly to the showerhead, and avoid excessive contact with soap or scrubbing. Gently pat the VitalPatch dry after showering.
• DO NOT swim with the VitalPatch or use in a sauna, steam room or hot tub.
• DO NOT wear more than one VitalPatch at a time. Remove the old VitalPatch before applying a new one.
• Each VitalPatch will last up to 7 days (168 hours). To preserve data recorded by the VitalPatch, make sure you are connected to the VistaPhone before the VitalPatch expires.
• If discomfort or irritation occurs, the VitalPatch should be removed. Contact your care team immediately.
• If the VitalPatch begins to fall off or lift from the skin, contact your care team immediately.

Section 4: Pairing with VistaPhone

1. Begin the Pairing Process
   a. Tap Connect VitalPatch button.
   b. Tap Search for VitalPatch ID to search for nearby VitalPatch biosensors. A list will of IDs be displayed.
   c. Tap the Bluetooth ID of your VitalPatch. If the Bluetooth  ID does not appear in the list, tap the Rescan button to repeat the search. If the VitalPatch is still not listed, press the power button on the VitalPatch again and tap the Rescan button.
   Note: If a previous VitalPatch is still connected, disconnect it before pairing (see Section 6 on Page 3).

2. Select Patch Position
   Select the Primary position image and then tap Next.

3. Select Body Position
   · Standing or Sitting (preferred) — Sit as upright as physically capable.
   · Elevated — Lie on a bed elevated at an angle of 30°.
   · Supine — Lie down as flat as possible.

Remain still in the current body position and tap Calibrate. Confirm selections when prompted.
After calibration, the screen will display a dashboard with VitalPatch and connection status.

Section 5: Daily Activities During Monitoring

Check VitalPatch Hours
To check the status of your VitalPatch, look for the “hours remaining” on the screen. Replace the VitalPatch when it expires (or as directed by your care team).
Check VitalPatch Status

• If the screen shows Vital Signs Not Uploading, make sure the VistaPhone and VitalPatch are near each other.
• If the screen shows Body Contact Not Good, check that the VitalPatch adheres to the skin. If the patch appears to have lifted off, contact Customer Support (1-800-2193000) for additional guidance.

Report Symptoms
If you feel a symptom, do the following:
a. When it is safe to do so, unlock the VistaPhone and tap the Report Symptom button.
b. From the list of options, tap one or more symptom(s) to select. Tap Other if the symptom is not listed. Tap Next.
c. If you selected Other as a symptom, you will be asked to enter a description of the symptom(s). Enter the information and tap Next.
d. Tap the activity level (Low, Medium or High) that you experienced when the symptom occurred. Tap Send Symptom when complete.

Section 6: Replacing the VitalPatch

Each VitalPatch will last up to 7 days. If your monitoring period is longer than 7 days, replace the VitalPatch as follows just prior to expiration:
a. Tap the Menu button and then tap Disconnect Patch.
b. Tap the Disconnect VitalPatch and continue monitoring the patient button.
c. Remove the VitalPatch. See Section 7 on Page 4.
d. Apply a new VitalPatch. See Section 2 on Page 1.

Section 7: Removing VitalPatch

Before removing the VitalPatch, disconnect the VitalPatch from the VistaPhone. See Section 6 on Page 3.

1. If Overlay Was Used, Peel off
   a. Grasp a corner of the overlay and peel it off the skin. b. Continue pulling the overlay off. Stretch the overlay horizontally to help release it from the skin. The VitalPatch may pull off with the overlay.

2. Peel off VitalPatch
   a. Wipe an adhesive removal pad along the edge of the VitalPatch.
   b. Grasp a corner of the VitalPatch and peel it off the skin while sweeping the adhesive removal pad underneath.
   c. Dispose of the VitalPatch according to local laws for routine electronic waste.
   d. Clean skin with an alcohol pad and allow to dry.

3. Apply New VitalPatch
   If your monitoring period is longer than 7 days, replace the VitalPatch. See Section 2 on Page 1. If your monitoring period is finished, see Section 8 below.

Section 8: Return the Monitoring Equipment

You must return the equipment when monitoring is complete. Failure to return may delay test results and you will receive a bill for the cost of the device. Use the following procedure to return:

a. Discard used VitalPatch biosensors, alcohol wipes, and adhesive removal pads.
b. Gather the phone, charger, charge cable, and any unused VitalPatch biosensors (in their original, undamaged pouches).
c. If your care provider wants you to return the equipment directly to them, return the equipment to their office. Discard the shipping box.
d. If the monitoring kit includes return shipping labels: ­

• Place the equipment in the original shipping box or padded return envelope. ­
• If using a box, close the box and tuck in the flap. Seal the box closed using the provided clear circular stickers. ­
• If using an envelope, seal the envelope. ­ Check that UPS Return Label is visible. ­
• Drop off the box or envelope at any UPS shipping location. To schedule a pick-up, contact UPS at 1-800-742-5877. Inform UPS that you have a pre-paid label. ­
• Save the tracking number from the return label for your records.

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