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MDA/2004/020 - Reusable nebulisers

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Type: Medical Device Alert
Series No: MDA/2004/020
Audience: Healthcare professionals
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Size: A4
Pages: 3
Price: free
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Copyright: Crown
   

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Ref. MDA/2004/020
Issued: 26 May 2004

IMMEDIATE ACTION  
ACTION Tick mark
UPDATE  
INFORMATION REQUEST  


  Further Information
DEVICE:
Reusable nebulisers		  
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PROBLEM:
Potential risk of transmission of Legionella bacteria due to poor drying after cleaning.		  
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ACTION BY:
All medical, nursing and purchasing staff responsible for the use and purchase of these devices.		  

ACTION:

  • Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and thorough drying.
  • Users must ensure no droplets of water remain in the nebuliser before reuse.
  • Never reuse nebulisers designated as single-use.
  
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DISTRIBUTED to:

NHS Trusts (England) - Chief Executives
Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) - Headquarters
Healthcare Commission (CHAI) - Headquarters
Primary Care Trusts (England) - Chief Executives
 
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CONTACTS:
Details of MHRA contacts for technical, clinical and compliance aspects. Change of address or removal from address list for services registered under the Care Standards Act 2000.		  
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FEEDBACK REQUIREMENTS:
None		  


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