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How to use Provox Micron HME
Attach and remove
Provox Micron HME can easily be attached (Fig. 2.1) and removed (Fig. 2.3)
from the Provox HME System attachment devices when needed. Provox Micron
HME helps to filter inhaled air through consistent normal use. Thereby, small
airborne particles, e.g., bacteria, viruses, dust and pollen are restricted from
passing through the device into the lungs. In order to get good protection, make
sure that the seal is airtight by closing the Provox Micron HME and check for
leakage. Note: Provox Micron is not intended to be used as a Personal Protective
Equipment during work that requires breathing protection.
Speaking with a voice prosthesis
If you have a voice prosthesis and you have been cleared to use it for speaking,
the lid of Provox Micron HME can be pressed down with your finger to occlude
the stoma for speaking. After releasing the finger pressure, the lid opens and
you can breathe (Fig. 2.2).
CONTRAINDICATIONS
This device shall not be used by patients who are unable to handle or remove
the device themselves when needed, unless the patient is under constant
supervision of a clinician or a trained caregiver. For example: patients who are
unable to move their arms, patients with decreased levels of consciousness,
or patients with diseases that put them at a risk for unpredictable periodic loss
of consciousness.
WARNING
Be careful not to exert pressure on the lid of the HME unintentionally. Unin-
tentional closing of the lid may cause difficulty in breathing.
PRECAUTIONS
• Provox Micron HME provides good protection through consistent normal
use, as long as there is no air leakage. However, since there are other path-
ways for e.g. viruses and bacteria to enter the human body, total protection
can never be guaranteed.
• The same device must not be used for more than 24 hours after initial use.
This can increase the risk for infection due to growth of e.g. bacteria.
• Do not wash and re-use the device. Washing the HME impairs the filtering-
and HME functions.
• Do not disassemble Provox Micron HME. Disassembly will destroy its func-
tion.
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