Haag-Streit In-Check Dial G16 Instrucciones De Uso página 5

IMPORTANT
As with any inhalation device, it is important to check for loose foreign objects
before the device is used. The transparent material used in the construction
of the In-Check DIAL G16 enables the user to make a visual check before
inhalation. Patients should be prevented from exhaling through the device
prior to use.
To reset the In-Check DIAL
Hold the instrument vertically with the mouthpiece uppermost, so that the
rounded end of the meter can be tapped against the other hand or a
horizontal surface, such as a table.
A hard tap will dislodge the magnetic resetting weight, which will return the
red cursor to a start position. When this has happened, the meter must turn
through 180 degrees to return the magnetic weight to its resting position.
Do Not try to reset the In-Check G16 as if it were a mercury thermometer
– this action causes serious damage to the piston and pointer.
How to use the In-Check DIAL
1. Reset the In-Check DIAL G16. See above.
2. Align the dial selector with the desired coloured icon – an audible "click" should
be heard.
3. Attach a clean mouthpiece. Disposable one-way inspiratory mouthpieces
are preferred.
4. Ask the patient to exhale fully.
5. Seal lips around the mouthpiece.
According to the inhaler chosen, instruct the patient to inhale in the manner
recommended by the manufacturer Training Device.
6. Record the inspiratory flow from the position of the red cursor against the scale.
Reset, and repeat two more times, ensuring correct technique each time.
7. Compare values achieved with target flows for that device. To operate an inhaler
device correctly, the patient should be able to achieve a flow rate within the clinically
effective range. *e.g Accuhaler: Clinically Effective Flow Rate 30-90L/Min
8. If after repeated training the patient is not able to achieve these values, then the
healthcare professional may wish to assess the patient's ability to use an alternative
type of inhaler.
Performance Accuracy
Accuracy +/- 10% or 10 l/min (whichever is the greater) and repeatability of +/- 5 l/min.
Cleaning your In-Check DIAL
Where local infection control guidelines exist, these should be respected.
Immerse In-Check DIAL G16 in warm (but not hot) mild detergent solution for
2-3 minutes (maximum 5 minutes). Agitate the meter to ensure thorough cleaning.
Rinse in warm water and shake to remove any excess water. It is important to
rinse thoroughly to prevent salt spots appearing on the inside of the body and
the spindle.
To shake excess water from the In-Check DIAL G16, hold only at the end
furthest away from the DIAL selector.
Allow to dry thoroughly before using again.
The expected life of the In-Check DIAL G16, in normal use, is two years.
To maintain hygene the In-Check DIAL G16 should be used with disposable
inspiratory one-way mouthpieces. If use of this product is governed by local
infection control guidance, that guidance should be respected in the absence of
local guidance.
Disposal Note: The In-Check DIAL G16 can be disposed of as normal
household waste.
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