neoBlue Blanket Quick Guide Rev C

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Quick Guide The neoBLUE blanket LED Phototherapy System consists of a light box, fiberoptic blanket with cable, blanket mattress, disposable mattress covers, and power supply. The neoBLUE blanket device is a portable phototherapy light that delivers a narrow band of high-intensity blue light via a single blue light emitting diode (LED) to provide treatment for neonatal hyperbilirubinemia. The neoBLUE blanket device provides phototherapy underneath the infant and can be used within existing patient enclosures or while holding the infant. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1.  Position fiberoptic blanket with mattress in a bassinet, open bed, radiant warmer, or incubator.  2.  Position light box and insert fiberoptic cable into fiberoptic coupling.  3.  Connect power supply to suitable wall outlet and to light box. Power supply cords should be safely routed.  4.  Apply disposable cover to blanket mattress.  5.  Switch on power.  6.  Check intensity of the light using a radiometer per your institution’s procedures (see “Measuring Intensity”).  7.  Shield infant’s eyes with protective eye shields designed for use during phototherapy.  8.  Place infant on top of neoBLUE blanket covered mattress.  9.  Monitor patient during treatment.  Biliband® Eye Protectors Available Sizes: Micro (PN 900644) Premature (PN 900643) Regular (PN 900642)  10. When finished, switch power to stand-by and remove light from therapy area. Over-Temperature Indicator Light  On/Standby Switch  Blanket Mattress Light Box Fiberoptic Cable  Vent (both sides)  Fiberoptic Blanket (w/mattress & disposable cover)  Fiberoptic Coupling  Disposable Mattress Cover Note: The neoBLUE blanket device comes with a large or small size blanket.  The infant may be swaddled or covered with a blanket for warmth during phototherapy. During periods when the infant is being held and positioned so that their eyes cannot be exposed to the light, protective eye shields can be removed.
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