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
The Use of Modified Snorkel Masks as Personal Protective Equipment During Aerosol-Generating Procedures: COVID-19 Necessity
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DOI: 10.1177/15533506211003528
Abstract: Background: The available personal protective equipment (PPE) is insufficient to provide adequate protection during high-risk aerosol-generating procedures, and their shortage was reported. The full-face snorkel masks were modified to be used as PPE. However, little… read more here.
Keywords: snorkel masks; personal protective; aerosol generating; modified snorkel ... See more keywords
Reusable snorkel masks adapted as particulate respirators
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0249201
Abstract: Introduction During viral pandemics, filtering facepiece (FFP) masks together with eye protection form the essential components of personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers. There remain concerns regarding insufficient global supply and imperfect protection offered… read more here.
Keywords: snorkel masks; protection; masks adapted; ppe ... See more keywords