Use of powered air-purifying respirator(PAPR) as part of protective equipment against SARS-CoV-2-a narrative review and critical appraisal of evidence
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2020.11.009
Abstract: The last two decades have seen an increasing frequency of zoonotic origin viral diseases including Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronaviruses, SARS-CoV-2. Respiratory component of the infectious disease program against SARS-CoV-2 incorporates use of protective airborne… read more here.
Keywords: narrative review; equipment; air purifying; evidence ... See more keywords
Surgical helmets can be converted into efficient disinfectable powered air-purifying respirators.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2021.12.002
Abstract: BACKGROUND Filtering facepiece respirators often fail to provide sufficient protection due to a poor fit. Powered air-purifying respirators (PAPRs) are not designed for healthcare personnel, and are challenging to disinfect. Surgical helmets (SH) are available… read more here.
Keywords: air purifying; purifying respirators; efficient disinfectable; protection ... See more keywords
Empirical evaluation of spring powered air rifle storage and modifications on forensic practice and casework.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2018.11.004
Abstract: Air weapons are commonly used by civilian populations across the world, particularly by those under 18, and discharges often result in desecration, criminal damage and animal abuse. Online forums and websites provide an accessible resource… read more here.
Keywords: storage; casework; spring powered; air ... See more keywords
High-performance particulate matter including nanoscale particle removal by a self-powered air filter
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DOI: 10.1038/s41467-020-15502-7
Abstract: Particulate matter (PM) pollutants, including nanoscale particles (NPs), have been considered serious threats to public health. In this work, a self-powered air filter that can be used in high-efficiency removal of PM, including NPs, is… read more here.
Keywords: air filter; removal; particulate matter; self powered ... See more keywords
Powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) disinfection and risk of surface damage from hydrogen peroxide and quaternary ammonium chloride-based disinfectants
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DOI: 10.1080/15459624.2022.2088771
Abstract: Abstract Reusable Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) have been increasingly used as an alternative to disposable masks or respirators for healthcare workers needing protection from respiratory droplets containing respiratory viruses, but little information is available… read more here.
Keywords: risk surface; damage; surface damage; risk ... See more keywords
The impact of wearing powered air purifying respirators or N95 masks on the olfactory function in healthcare workers: A randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000032669
Abstract: Background: With the Coronavirus disease 2019 epidemic, wearing a mask has become routine to prevent and control the virus’s spread, especially for healthcare workers. However, the impact of long-term mask wear on the human body… read more here.
Keywords: n95 masks; mask; air purifying; powered air ... See more keywords
Evaluation of N95 respirators, modified snorkel masks and low‐cost powered air‐purifying respirators: a prospective observational cohort study in healthcare workers
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DOI: 10.1111/anae.15392
Abstract: Disposable N95 respirator masks are the current standard for healthcare worker respiratory protection in the COVID‐19 pandemic. In addition to shortages, qualitative fit testing can have low sensitivity for detecting poor fit, leading to inconsistent… read more here.
Keywords: snorkel masks; purifying respirators; air purifying; healthcare workers ... See more keywords
Ventilatory parameters measured during a physiological study of simulated powered air-purifying respirator failure in healthy volunteers
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DOI: 10.1177/0310057x20978982
Abstract: Powered air-purifying respirators (PAPR) are a high level of respiratory personal protective equipment. Like all mechanical devices, they are vulnerable to failure. The precise physiological consequences of failure in live subjects have not previously been… read more here.
Keywords: powered air; healthy volunteers; failure; study ... See more keywords