A6T/A6/A5 Portable Ultrasonic Diagnostic System
4701-0040-01A
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5.2.1.1 Use endocavity transducer
Every time using and after using the transducer, clean the handle of the
endocavity transducer, and disinfect it with chemical disinfectant.
Before using the endocavity transducer for ultrasound exam, cover on the
transducer a condom approved by the FDA. Here is the precaution when
covering a disposable condom:
NOTE:
1． Some patients are allergic to natural rubber of medical device
containing rubber. The FDA recommends that before using the
endocavity transducer for ultrasound exam, the doctor shall identify
such patients and prepare measures against such allergy
immediately.
2． Only water-solubility material or water-solubility jelly is allowed to use
on the transducer head. Derivative from oil or mineral oil may
damage transducer surface.
3． It is strongly recommended to use condoms approved by the FDA.
Here are the procedures to handle an endocavity transducer:
1. Put on medical disinfected gloves.
2. Take out a condom from its package.
3. Fill appropriate ultrasound coupling gel in the condom.
4. Hold the condom with one hand, and insert the acoustic lens section
of the transducer.
5. Fix the condom at the end of the transducer handle.
6. Check if the condom is broken during this process. If it is, replace with
a new condom, and repeat the steps above.
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