Apply NeoContactAgent (5.4.3) to the LuMon Belt striped fabric on the patient-facing side as shown in
Figure 8-8. Repeat the spraying until the striped fabric is wetted evenly and entirely. Where possible avoid
spraying any NeoContactAgent outside the strip fabric area. To increase patient comfort, you may warm up the
NeoContactAgent to normal body temperature prior to use.
Figure 8-9: LuMon Belt application
Apply the LuMon Belt to the patient as shown in Figure 8-9. The head of the bear on the LuMon Belt (Figure
5-7) and that of the patient have to be oriented identically. Attach the belt
its breast line and then tighten the belt with the soft and extensible closure band. When closing and tightening
the LuMon Belt ensure to center the sternum between the two ends of the striped fabric. Also verify that the
LuMon Belt follows the ribs along the underbust on a transverse plane and that it fits snugly on the patie
skin but does not restrict breathing.
Figure 8-10: Belt displacement
By using a Measuring tape Neonates/Infants, measure the belt displacement, i.e. the distance between the
sternum and the bear on the LuMon Belt, as shown in Figure 8-10. Align the bears on the belt and on the
measuring tape with their heads being oriented identically and read the belt displacement from the measuring
tape.
Enter the measured full underbust girth, the patient data and the measured belt displacement in the
belt area of ScoutView (Figure 6-7) to determine the position of the electrodes on (9.1) as
accurately as possible. Enter actual (not lean or ideal) body weight.
Connect the LuMon Connector to the LuMon Belt to initiate monitoring.
WARNING
To reduce the possibility of patient entanglement or strangulation, properly route and fix cables. Do not leave
unapplied belts in reach of the patient.
WARNING
The LuMon ntrolBox generates a small amount of heat and its surface can reach several °C
above ambient temperature. Failure to adhere to the following points increases the risk of local skin burn:
1) Place the ControlBox in a way to prevent any skin contact with the patient.
2) Where possible do not cover the ControlBox with linens or bed covers to avoid possible heating of the
skin.
On ScoutView, verify that the size of the connected LuMon Belt matches the recommended size (Figure 6-6,
Figure 6-7). In case of a mismatch verify the measured full underbust girth. If necessary, either adjust the
respective entry on the monitor or select a belt of recommended size.
Check proper setup (8.4) and adequacy of the selected
Analysis Mode
being adequate
breathing pattern (8.5) initially and at least every 8 hours while monitoring the patient (9).
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