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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.
Philips Transducers
Use only transducers that are approved by Philips for use with your Philips ultrasound system.
See “Clinical Applications and Transducers” on page 116 for a list of the transducers that are
compatible with your ultrasound 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.
Infection Control
Issues related to infection control affect the operator and the patient. Follow the infection-
control procedures established in your facility for the protection of both the staff and the
patient.
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