Yes, quantitative methods do “waste” a respirator. We have not had issues purchasing any N95s.
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Do you have to “waste” a mask with each fit test? We’re still having issues getting N-95 masks. Thank you, Sue Voss MS, BSN, RN, NE-BC, CCRN-K Director, Learning
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Do you have to “waste” a mask with each fit test? We’re still having issues getting N-95 masks.
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We recently purchased the Accu-Fit. It’s significantly less in price and have been pleased with the performance. Our fit testing takes less than ten minutes with
the training inclusive of this timeframe. We have also taken our machines and
We recently purchased the Accu-Fit. It’s significantly less in price and have been pleased with the performance. Our fit testing takes less than ten minutes with the training inclusive of this
timeframe. We have also taken our machines and humidifiers and used them in remote locations with good success. I would never go back to qualitative testing unless forced to do so.
There is no clean up of that awful saccharin/bitrex. No purchasing of the same. It’s a huge win. Additionally, we have had a couple of people with allergic reactions to the testing solutions and
had to send one to our ED for treatment. Please feel free to reach out if you are inclined. AO
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Thank you for your reply and will do. Simple question: how much time does this system save you per fit test compared to the qualitative? From: MCOH-EH <mcoh-eh-bounces@ mylist. net>
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Simple question: how much time does this system save you per fit test compared to the qualitative?
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Good afternoon
We conduct quantitative respiratory fit testing and purchased our portacount machines from TSI.
I have 3 offices, 6 machines and conduct an average of 300/month.
We also recently purchased an adapter to use with half face respirators as we were previously only testing for N95 masks.
Please feel free to contact me for additional questions.
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> Good afternoon, To clarify, are you asking about respirator fit testing or hearing protector device fit testing for those in a hearing conservation program? Best regards, Melanie Hayes, DNP, APRN, FNP-CAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse/Nurse PractitionerCo-Director,
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> 1. What did you use to get approval for the initial costs?
> 2. What is the true savings in time for the testers comparing both testing methods?
> 3. What device did you purchase? Make and model
> 4. Did you have to develop a business plan for the change? If so, can you share it?
> 5. What has been the experience by testers after the change?
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> We are contemplating the switch but will have to develop a SBAR (i.e. business plan) for such a purchase and would like to make sure we are moving in this direction for all the right reasons.
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> I am especially interested in efficiency of time when testing using the 2 methods as we deal with lack of clinical staff on a daily basis. ?
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> THANKS for your time and the willingness to share. THANK YOU, Darryl
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