Appendix A2 - Home Use; Homecare Providers; Parents Or Guardians; Before You Begin Treatment - GE BiliSoft 2.0 Operation Manual

Homecare Providers

When delivering the BiliSoft 2.0 System for use in the home, make sure to provide adequate training
for the caregivers. Make sure to thoroughly explain this manual. Leave this manual with the
caregivers. Provide eye covers.

Parents or Guardians

WARNING:
If you have questions or concerns contact your healthcare provider
immediately.
Caregiver Side Effects:
Caregivers looking at the blue light for a long time may experience headache,
nausea, or mild vertigo.
The eyes of babies can be damaged from direct exposure to any phototherapy
light. Always protect the baby's eyes with eye patches or equivalent eye
protection products. Periodically confirm that the baby's eyes are protected.
Perform this check more frequently if required by healthcare provider's
instructions. Care should be taken to protect the eyes of other infants nearby.

Before You Begin Treatment

Ask your healthcare provider for information on how to care for your baby during the treatment.
Follow your doctor's recommendation for the treatment duration.
Before you begin treatment, have the following items close to the treatment area:

Phone numbers for doctor, hospital and homecare provider
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An infant thermometer
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Extra BiliSoft Covers or Nests
Quick Reference Guide
A quick reference guide, based on the instructions found in this appendix, is found inside the back
cover.

Appendix A2 - Home Use

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