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PATIENT PREPARATION FOR ABR, ABR SCREENING, ASSR, and 40 Hz ERP
One of the most important parts of obtaining quality data is the pre-test patient
preparation. This includes proper skin preparation, electrode application, and ear tip
insertion.
S
KIN
P
REPARATION FOR
E
LECTRODE
P
LACEMENT
1.
Check that the skin tissue is undamaged and healthy.
Do not proceed with testing if the skin is damaged or unhealthy.
2.
Gently clean the electrode site with a PDI electrode Prep Pad to remove
dirt and excessive oil from the skin. The Prep Pad is intended for
single use
only
and should not be reused to prevent patient cross-contamination.
Apply friction (not force) when cleaning the skin.
Avoid prepping the skin too much since this can lead to adverse skin
reactions.
Use a new wipe for each electrode site.
3.
Wait a few seconds until the area is dry before applying an electrode.
4.
Before use, check the expiry date on the package. The electrodes have a
limited shelf life after which they start to lose their effectiveness.
S
KIN
E
LECTRODE AND
A
MPLITRODE
®/V
IVO
A
MP
™
C
LIP
A
PPLICATION
After proper skin preparation procedures, electrodes can be attached to the
skin. The electrodes are intended for
single use only
and should not be reused
to prevent patient cross-contamination and to ensure good electrode skin
contact.
To apply an Ambu® Neuroline Electrode to the skin:
1.
Remove the electrode from its plastic sheet.
Avoid touching the adhesive area of the electrode.
2.
Place the electrode on the skin with the adhesive side down.
Apply gentle pressure on its outer edges. The entire periphery of the
electrode should be in contact with the skin.
Avoid pressing on the center of the electrode as this causes the
conductive gel to seep under the pad and will require removal and
further skin preparation.
3.
Attach the Amplitrode®/VivoAmp™ clip securely to the appropriate skin
electrode site. The Amplitrode® clips use spring tension for grip.
Always
use the spring release button on the Amplitrode® clips when clipping to or
unclipping from skin electrodes.
"Snap" Skin Electrodes
Do not push/pull the Amplitrode® clips
on/off skin electrodes.
