Operation; Safety Precautions - Dräger Photo-Therapy 4000 Gebrauchsanweisung

Operation

Safety precautions

Operation
Safety precautions
Regularly measure the bilirubin levels of the patient.
Cover the patient's eyes to protect them from
exposure to the phototherapy light.
Beware of the possible toxic effects of photoisomers of
bilirubin.
Phototherapy can disturb the water metabolism of the
patient.
The duration of therapy is determined by clinical
requirements. Monitor the patient constantly.
If a radiation distance of less than 40 cm is required for
therapeutic reasons, patient monitoring must be
intensified.
Changes in ambient conditions, e.g. a draft, may
influence the temperature balance of the patient.
Additional heat sources, e.g. radiant heaters, increase
the supply of heat to the patient and must be taken into
account. Avoid exposing the patient to direct sunlight.
The use of reflective foils can induce dangerous body
temperatures.
The absorption of light in the patient's skin leads to
heat production. The core temperature of the infant can
increase.
Use in the incubator:
Reduce the air temperature setting by about 2 °C and
reduce the humidity setting.
Use of a radiant heater in manual mode:
Adjust the heat output of the radiant heater accordingly.
Strictly follow the specific Instructions for Use of the
heater.
Monitor the patient's core temperature.
Do not block the air vents of the unit.
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Whilst the unit is in operation, direct eye contact with
the radiation source over a long period must be
avoided.
Protect patients in the immediate vicinity of the
phototherapy unit from the radiation produced, e.g.
protective goggles should be worn and screens
used.
Users should avoid remaining in the radiation area
for extended periods.
Risk of sunburn.
Whilst the unit is in operation, do not use any
inflammable detergents or medicaments.
Do not place medicaments or infusion solutions in
the radiation zone. Fire risk.