Physician Instructions To Patient; Theft Detectors And Screening Devices - Medtronic DBS 3387 Gebrauchsanweisung

Physician Instructions to Patient

It is suggested that you give your patient information concerning the
Medtronic Neurostimulation System. This should include information on the
implanted neurostimulator, the lead, and the extension. Also provide your
patient with instructions on the use of the neurostimulator.
Patients should be instructed to:
■ Care for surgical wound and observe post-implant instructions.
■ Avoid physical activities which may damage the implant site or the
implanted device.
Consult his or her physician if they notice any unusual symptoms or
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signs (e.g., pain, swelling, or skin erosion at the implant site;
dizziness or lightheadedness; movement problems or reduced
coordination).
Operate the neurostimulator control magnet; and how to properly
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store the magnet after use.
Understand the potential side effects and risks of deep brain
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stimulation.
■ Inform personal physicians, consulting physicians, or dentists that
they have an implanted neurostimulation system.
Advise your patient to avoid manipulating the implanted system
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components (e.g., the neurostimulator, the burr hole site). This can
result in component damage.

Theft Detectors and Screening Devices

Patients should be advised to use care when approaching security arches
or gates (such as those found in airports, libraries, and some department
stores) because these devices can turn on or turn off their neurostimulator.
If an airport security wand is used, they should ask the security personnel
to avoid placing the wand over the neurostimulator.
When approaching these devices, patients should do the following:
1. If security personnel are present, show them the neurostimulator
identification card and request a hand search.
2. If patients must pass through the security device, they should
approach the center of the device and walk normally (Figure 24).
a. If two security gates are present, they should walk through the
middle, keeping as far away as possible from each gate.
b. If one gate is present, they should walk as far away as possible
from it.
Note: Some theft detectors may not be visible.
3. Proceed through the security device. Do not linger near the device.
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