Hygienic Re-Use - INQUA Vernebler BR021200 Manual De Instrucciones

5 HYGIENIC RE-USE

WARNING:
In order to prevent a risk to health, e.g., infection due to
a contaminated nebuliser, it is imperative that the follow-
ing hygiene regulations are followed.
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The INQUA nebuliser is designed for multiple uses. It must not
be used by more than one person. A dedicated nebuliser,
mouthpiece and/or mask must be provided for exclusive use by
each individual patient.
To do this, follow these instructions:
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The nebuliser and the mouthpiece or respective mask must
be cleaned and disinfected before they are used for the first
time and after each application.
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Wash your hands thoroughly before every use and cleaning.
Additional requirements concerning the necessary hygienic
preparations (hand disinfection, handling of medications and
inhalation solutions) in high-risk groups (e.g., users with sup-
pressed immune systems, patients with cystic fibrosis) can be
obtained from the respective self-help groups.
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The connection tubing cannot be cleaned nor disinfected
either chemically or by boiling (see Chapter "Care of the con-
nection tubing", page 56).
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Ensure that the INQUA
each cleaning and disinfection. Condensation or residual wet-
ness can present an increased risk through the growth of
bacteria.
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Please read Section "Material information" in
Chapter "Miscellaneous" on page 65.
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nebuliser is dried thoroughly after
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