NIRS (03) quick guide 1 - setting up

Warning

Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds until a single audible tone sounds

Connect the module to any one of the ports on the ROOT, the 03 window will display on the monitor.

 

Prepare the skin:

  • Ensure the baby’s skin is clean, dry, and free of debris.
  • Apply layer of 3M Cavilon non-sting barrier using foam stick and allow to dry.

 

Apply the sensor:

  • Position: Above the eyebrow, slightly to the left or right of midline.
  • Angle the cable away from baby’s face, ensuring there is no tension on the cable or baby’s skin.
  • A hat or phototherapy can be used if there are difficulties with the probe pulling away from the skin.
  • Phototherapy can impact readings. Covering the probe with a phototherapy band may be helpful.

Changing the sensor:

  • The sensor position should be changed every 12 hours and should alternate between left and right sides.
  • Use Clinimed Appeel adhesive remover to remove probe.
  • Note any skin concerns and report to medical team.
  • A new sensor should be used every 24 hours.

Plug in the connector on the end of the sensor to the O3 module. The ports are numbered, use:

  • Port 1 for LEFT
  • Port 2 for RIGHT

Cerebral oxygen saturations will be displayed as a large blue number on the right side of the screen:

  • Measurements from the left/port 1 of the module are displayed on the top half of the screen.
  • Measurements from the right/port 2 of the module are displayed on the bottom half of the screen.

Once probe has been applied or position changed, set a baseline for the patient and zero the DcHbi.

Tap the drop down menu on the top right corner of the 03 window and press Set Baseline.

A set baseline window will open for all sensors. Click on enable rs0₂ baseline and Zero DcHbi .

Confirm selection by pressing ok (at the bottom of the touchscreen).

Press the home button below the touch screen to return to the home page.

A green line will now appear on the home screen, indicating set baseline for the patient and DHbi measurements will be shown on the screen.

 

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 06/07/2023

Next review date: 06/07/2033

Author(s): Helen Turner.