Repetitive Strain References
Pike, I., et al. "Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Related Work and
Personal Factors Among Diagnostic Medical Sonographers." Journal of Diagnostic
Medical Sonographers, Vol. 13, No. 5: 219-227, September 1997.
Necas, M. "Musculoskeletal Symptomatology and Repetitive Strain Injuries in
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer." Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers,
266-227, November/December 1996.
Foot Switch Warning
WARNING
The foot switch is not intended for use in wet locations, such as emergency
rooms and operating theaters.
Philips Transducers
Use only transducers that are approved by Philips for use with your Philips
ultrasound system. See "Clinical Options and Transducers" on page 206 for a list
of the transducers that are compatible with your ultrasound system.
In the United States, the FDA 510(k) regulatory clearance for use of the product
is applicable only when Philips-manufactured transducers are connected to the
system.
Glutaraldehyde Exposure
The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has
issued a regulation covering levels of acceptable glutaraldehyde exposure in the
working environment. Philips does not sell glutaraldehyde-based disinfectants
with its products, but this type of disinfectant is recommended for the disinfection
of transducers used in TEE, intraoperative, endocavity, and biopsy procedures.
To reduce the presence of glutaraldehyde fumes in the air, be sure to use a
covered or ventilated soaking basin. Such systems are commercially available.
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