GE Giraffe Blue Spot PT Lite - Page 10

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Important Operation Safety Information
WARNING:
Light can adversely aect drugs and other infusion liquids. When using intravenous delivery
systems during phototherapy, shield any tubing with appropriate material. Do not store drugs or
infusion liquids directly in the light path.
WARNING:
When using the device with a radiant warmer, make sure the light shade is not directly in the path
of the radiant heat rays. If the light shade is in the path, it will block heat to the patient and may
damage the light shade.
WARNING:
It is recommended to set the incubator or warmer in baby controlled (servo) mode when these
devices are used with phototherapy light. Always monitor the infant’s temperature and make the
appropriate adjustments to avoid temperature uctuations during phototherapy.
WARNING:
Phototherapy light can aect the temperature in the thermoregulation devices (incubators, radiant
warmers or heated mattresses) and may raise the patient’s body temperature. Always monitor the
infant’s temperature and make the appropriate adjustments to these devices to avoid temperature
uctuations during phototherapy.
WARNING:
Using reective foils to increase the ecacy of phototherapy may cause hazardous patient body
temperatures.
WARNING:
Oxygen enriched environments greatly reduce the temperature at which materials burn. Be
extremely careful to remove all opaque materials from the immediate light path when using the
light while administering oxygen.
WARNING:
If the system is mounted on a portable roll stand, lock the wheels to prevent movement of the
device during the therapy.
WARNING:
The power cord presents a trip hazard. Do not leave the cord unattended when located in trac
areas.
WARNING:
Periodically check that the patient is in the treatment area of the device.
WARNING:
Follow hospital policy and procedure for bilirubin, temperature, skin and eye assessments during
use of phototherapy.
WARNING:
Never use ammable cleaning solutions to clean the Girae Blue Spot PT Lite.