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Overview of the design and function of smart device

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Developer (relationship building):
Daisy's top strength is the developer theme. She helps recognize and maximize the potential in others and will be a great addition to the team because of her ability to invest in others and motivate the team.

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Communication (influencing):
Carter's top strength is communication. His ability to easily put his thoughts into words will help us present our findings to the facility in an effective manner.

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¹Major of Human Biocovergence, Pukyong National University
2Department of Pediatrics, Yonsei University College of Medicine
³School of Engineering and Computer Science, Washington State University
⁴Institute for Electronics and Nanotechnology, Georgia Institute of Technology

⁵George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology

⁶Department of Biomedical Engineering, Wichita State University
⁷Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, Georgia Tech and Emory University
⁸Neural Engineering Center, Georgia Institute of Technology

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The newly developed smart bioelectronic pacifier may be vital to improving the care of premature infants. Currently, these premature infants are subject to multiple blood draws per day to monitor vital information such as blood count and electrolytes (Lim et al., 2022). These frequent blood draws can have adverse effects on the infant's health including sepsis. The bioelectronic pacifier is an important development in monitoring newborn electrolytes. It is non-invasive and provides a continuous sample and measurement compared to the discrete sampling blood draws provide (Lim et al., 2022). This allows for early intervention which is vital with premature infants. Not only is it a monitoring device, but it serves as a comfort device to infants. It is easily attached to commercial pacifiers which can save costs. This bioelectronic device has the potential to make great improvements to care in the neonatal intensive care unit.

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My top five strengths include:

input (strategic thinking domain)

learner (strategic thinking domain)

discipline (executing domain)

futuristic (strategic thinking domain)

restorative (executing domain)

Input:

Individuals in the input theme enjoy collecting and organizing data and information. This strength will allow me to see the details in our project and serve as an information resource for my team.

Learner:

Individuals in the learner theme consistently seek new knowledge and information. This allows me to keep the project alive and catch on quickly to all parts of the projects to assist my teammates when needed.

Discipline:

Individuals in the discipline theme thrive on a consistent schedule and routine. This strength will allow me to assist my team in developing a productive plan and schedule consistent with our project goals and aims.

Futuristic:

Individuals in the futuristic theme look into the future and are inspired by the "what ifs" in life. This strength will allow me to inspire my team and help get us through hard days that may not immediately produce the results we are looking for.

Restorative:

Individuals in the restorative theme have a strong problem solving ability. This strength will assist me in determining problems and solutions within our project to keep it running smoothly.

All of my strengths come from two domains (strategic thinking and executing). Because of this, I will be looking for team members with strengths from the relationship building and influencing domains to develop a well rounded team.

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Beilstein, N. (2022, May 27). Smart pacifier monitors infant health. Thomas. https://www.thomasnet.com/insights/smart-pacifier-monitors-infant-health/?wvideo=yr4mij2fn7

Coxworth, B. (2022, May 17). “Smart” pacifier could warn of dehydration in newborn babies. New Atlas. https://newatlas.com/health-wellbeing/smart-pacifier-electrolyte-levels/

Gallup. (2023, January 9). What are the 34 CliftonStrengths themes?.  https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/253715/34-cliftonstrengths-themes.aspx

Hastings, C. (2022, May 26). Smart pacifier monitors electrolyte levels. Medgadget. https://www.medgadget.com/2022/05/smart-pacifier-monitors-electrolyte-levels.html

Lean, R.E., Rogers, C.E., Paul, R.A., Gerstein, E.D. (2018, January 24). NICU hospitalization: Long-term implications on parenting and child behaviors. Current Treatment Options in Pediatrics, 4(1), 49-69. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40746-018-0112-5

Lim, H.-R., Lee, S.M., Park, S., Choi, C., Kim, H., Kim, J., Mahmood, M., Lee, Y., Kim, J.-H., & Yeo, W.-H. (2022, August 15). Smart bioelectronic pacifier for real-time continuous monitoring of salivary electrolytes. Biosensors and bioelectronics, 210. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bios.2022.114329

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- Bioelectronic pacifiers are not currently considered the "gold standard" for monitoring electrolytes.
- The pacifier only currently detects sodium and potassium.
- Further studies are still needed before full implementation.
- Start-up costs may vary, including employee training, tablets, and phones for electronics, and frequent quality control tests.
- Equipment will need frequent monitoring to ensure lab results are accurate.
- Providers may be hesitant to utilize this new innovation.
- May not be accessible for smaller hospitals with restrictive budgets.

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- The bioelectronic pacifier avoids frequent, painful blood draws and is non-invasive.
- The pacifier is wireless, avoids bulky equipment, and is rechargeable.
- The pacifier provides real time monitoring and allows for quicker intervention and monitoring of electrolyte patterns.
- The pacifier provides comfort for the infant as well as protects their skin from frequent blood draws.
- Data is transmitted to a tablet and/or cell phone and can be monitored at any time.
- The infant is only exposed to a pre-sterilized pacifier and biocompatible inlet.
- The pacifier is portable and can travel with the infant.
- Caregivers and/or family members can be at ease with less pain from blood draws being inflicted on their child/family member.

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Data Collection on Smart Device

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Publication Date: August 15, 2022

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Article published in Biosensors and Bioelectronics
Authors: Hyo-Ryoung Lim¹, Soon Min Lee², Sehyun Park3,4, Chanyeong Choi4,5, Hojoong Kim4,5, Jihoon Kim4,5, Musa Mahmood4,5, Yongkuk Lee⁶, Jong-Hoon Kim³, & Woon-Hong Yeo4,5,7,8

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Premature infants admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit often require continuous monitoring of critical vitals such as vital signs and electrolytes (Lean et al., 2018). Current monitoring methods are often bulky and invasive, including frequent blood draws. Lim et al. (2022) have created a wireless, bioelectronic pacifier that monitors real time continuous sodium and potassium levels without the need for frequent blood draws. This device continuously collects saliva through a channel that is read by a sensor that can be attached to a commercial pacifier (Lim et al., 2022). The information is then transmitted to a smart phone or tablet. Monitoring of electrolytes in premature infants is vital due to their immature body systems. In one study, results were comparable to the current "gold standard" method utilizing blood draws (Lim et al., 2022). This device allows for continuous monitoring which current blood draws cannot provide. This continuous monitoring can help providers with early interventions. Additional studies are needed before full implementation which will allow newborns to avoid frequent blood draws that risk injury to their fragile skin.

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Smart Pacifier Monitors Infant Health

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The smart pacifier would eliminate the need for invasive blood draws.

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Achiever (executing):

Alice's top strength is the achiever theme. Her hard work and satisfaction from being productive are vital to ensuring the team can accomplish their tasks in a timely manner.

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Individualization (relationship building):

Ivy's top strength is the individualization theme. She is great at figuring out how team members can work together and notices each individual's strengths. Ivy will be a great team member because of her acceptance of all and her ability to help team members work together.

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Woo (influencing):

William's top strength is woo. He excels at making connections with others and is an asset to the team because of his ability network and win individuals over which will be vital during our team project and presentation to the facility.