Universal back piece, can be used with commonly prescribed MDIs
Comfort Right Fit* Adaptor, fits securely to tracheostomy tubes without the need for excessive torque when connecting or disconnecting
Inhalation valve, is easy to actuate with minimal inspiratory effort
Exhalation valve, offers low resistance to exhaled flow
Single-patient, multiple use; reusable for 4 months
Use Instructions
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Step 1
Remove the cap from the inhaler. Shake the inhaler immediately before use as per the instructions supplied with it.
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Step 2
Insert the inhaler into the backpiece of the chamber.
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Step 3
Connect the trach adapter of the chamber to the connection on the tracheostomy tube. Note: This device is designed as a slip fit onto the tracheostomy tube connection. It must be held in place during administration of medication.
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Step 4
Press the inhaler once at the beginning of a slow inhalation. Hold in place for 5-6 breaths. Administer one puff at a time. Follow the instructions supplied with the inhaler on how long to wait before repeating.
Cleaning
This anti-static chamber can be used right out-of-package and then cleaned daily.
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Step 1
Remove back piece only. (Do not remove the trach adapter assembly.)
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Step 2
Soak the parts for 15 minutes in a mild solution of liquid dish detergent and lukewarm clean water. Agitate gently. Rinse parts in clean water.
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Step 3
Shake out excess water and allow to air dry in a vertical position. Ensure parts are dry before reassembly.
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Step 4
Replace backpiece when unit is completely dry. Store in a clean, dry place when not in use.
Disinfection
Prior to disinfection, follow cleaning instructions. Do not dry or reassemble the device.
Step 1
Soak the two parts in a 1:10 bleach to water solution for 30 minutes. Rinse parts in clean water. Note: You may substitute an enzyme solvent or VitalOxide† for the bleach solution. Follow the disinfectant instructions for use.
Step 2
Shake out all excess water and allow to air dry in an upright position. Ensure the parts are dry before reassembly.
AEROTRACH PLUS* Anti-Static VHC with tracheostomy adaptor provides a reliable means of delivering soft mist inhaler (SMI) aerosols to patients with a tracheostomy tube or tracheal stoma.
Performance Of A Valved Holding Chamber (VHC) With Tracheostomy Adapter: Aerosol Delivery From Soft Mist Inhalers (SMIs)
AEROTRACH PLUS* Anti-Static VHC with tracheostomy adaptor provides a reliable means of delivering soft mist inhaler (SMI) aerosols to patients with a tracheostomy tube or tracheal stoma.
A study compilation covering the full range of specialty application chambers that have been designed to deliver metered dose inhaler (MDI) aerosol medication within the hospital environment.
