The MetaNeb® System Instructions for Use (174432 REV 10) 25
Move the Stand
ASSESSMENT OF OUTCOME
Therapy will be discontinued per facility protocol or when one of these
occur:
• Secretion clearance is <5 cc per treatment for a 24 hour period.
• The post therapy chest exam shows an absence of retained secretions
and atelectasis.
• Breath sounds have become clear or have improved.
RE-EVALUATION
Patients should be evaluated every 24 hours while on The MetaNeb®
System to make sure that an acute change has not occurred.
MOVE THE STAND
NOTES:
• Do not apply force or pull the device when it is connected to the
oxygen source.
• Do not pull the device using the circuit tubing when in use or
during transportation.
1. Disconnect the oxygen hose from the facility connection, and put the
hose around the hanger bracket.
2. Unlock the two locking casters.
3. Move the stand to the applicable location.
4. Lock the two casters.
5. Connect the oxygen hose to the facility connection.