
CHAPTER SIX
Test troubleshooting
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Test troubleshooting
6
ABR test problems
6.1
Impedance values are too high and the
test will not run
Solutions:
Wait for about two minutes. During this time the electrodes may connect
better to the skin and, therefore, reduce the impedance values.
1. Check all electrode plugs are firmly inserted into the sockets of the ABR
Module.
2. Press firmly onto the electrodes if impedance is only slightly high.
3. Remove and re-prep the electrode site that has high impedance. If that
fails to work, re-prep all sites.
4. If re-prepping does not work, try a fresh set of disposable electrodes (or
clean reusable electrodes).
5. ‘Wet gel’ electrodes, such as the Ambu Neuroline 720, can dry out
especially if the foil pouch they are kept in has been opened for some
time. This can result in very high impedances. Check the expiry date
on the electrode pouch and then open a fresh pouch if in doubt about
how long the current pouch has been open.