GE BiliSoft, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Recording Daily Activities
You should keep a daily record of your baby’s activities and condition. A sample of an easy-
to-use chart is provided on the following page. These records will provide your healthcare
provider or physician with an accurate account of your baby's activities, enabling them to
better assess the progress being made.
Taking Temperatures
It is important to monitor your baby’s temperature during phototherapy sessions. Your doctor
will tell you the range of acceptable temperatures for your infant and may suggest a method
for taking temperatures. For charting purposes, it is important that you use the same method
each time you take your baby's temperature.
Urine/Stools
It is essential that you count and record the number of stools and wet diapers. You will also
be asked to describe stools. Loose stools, black or dark green sticky stools are common
during phototherapy. These observations will help your healthcare provider determine if your
baby is getting enough fluids and will signify any significant changes in their condition. On
your record sheet, note occurrences under the appropriate column and describe the stools.
Feeding
Follow your baby’s regular feeding schedule. Your healthcare provider can help you
determine this. Note feeding times and amount of formula taken, or length of time fed, on
the record sheet.
Treatment Time
Your healthcare provider or physician will tell you how long your baby needs to undergo
treatment. Record the actual times at which your baby is put on and taken off the BiliSoft
LED Phototherapy System during each 24-hour period. Apply phototherapy for as long as
possible during each 24-hour period.
Bathing
You may continue your baby's normal bathing routine. Discontinue phototherapy during
bathing.
WARNING:
If you have questions or concerns contact your healthcare provider
immediately.
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