About Capnometry

The monitor uses sidestream non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) spectroscopy to continuously measure the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) during every breath, the amount of CO2 present at the end of exhalation (EtCO2), and respiratory rate (RR). Capnometry has been proven to be a reliable method for detecting esophageal intubation, hypoventilation, and disengagement of the endotracheal tube during mechanical ventilation