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1.FDAPublicHealthNotication.UseofFingerstickDevicesonMorethanOnePersonPosesRiskforTransmitting
Bloodborne Pathogens: Initial Communication. FDA. Published: Nov. 2010. Accessed: Nov. 2016.
www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm224025.htm
2. CDC Clinical Reminder: Use of Fingerstick Devices on More than One Person Poses Risk for Transmitting
Bloodborne Pathogens. CDC. Published: Feb. 2011. Accessed: Nov. 2016.
www.cdc.gov/injectionsafety/Fingerstick-DevicesBGM.html
If the meter is being operated by a second person providing testing
assistance to the user, the meter and lancing device should be cleaned
and disinfected prior to use by the second person. In addition, caregivers
should wear gloves when testing another person’s blood. Wash hands
thoroughly with soap and water after handling the meter, test strips,
lancing device, or disinfecting wipes.
For technical assistance or questions on cleaning and disinfecting,
call Customer Service at 855.776.0662, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. central time,
7 days a week.
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