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Typically, if the baby’s skin is clean and free of lotions/oils, you will not need to perform any skin preparation.
However, to lower the skin impedances, follow these instructions:
• Clean the skin where the electrodes will be placed
• Put some of the skin preparation gel (NuPrep) onto a piece of gauze or swab and rub the skin gently
several times. Neonates generally do not require excessive abrasion and in some cases, it may
make impedances worse
• Remove any excessive abrasive gel and ensure the skin is dry before placing the electrodes
• If the baby’s skin is dry or you are obtaining high impedances, applying a small amount of conductive
gel/paste to the baby’s skin prior to connecting the surface electrode will help to rehydrate the skin
and to lower impedances
6.4.3 Electrode preparation sites for the nape montage
Clean each of the electrode sites as per the illustration below prior to placing the electrodes on the skin.
High forehead (centered) near the
hairline
Nape (just below the hairline)
6.4.4 Electrode placement for the nape montage
Place the electrodes on the prepared electrode sites on the skin as illustrated below.
Note: All three electrodes must be positioned in order to perform testing.
High forehead (centered) near the
hairline
Nape (just below the hairline)
Please note: The disposable electrodes supplied with the unit are single use only. If reusable electrodes are
to be used, cleaning and disinfecting procedures should be clarified with your hospital’s infection control
department.
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