- Equipment Safety
A medical device is any product used to diagnose, cure, or treat a condition, or to prevent disease. They range from small and simple, like a blood glucose meter, to large and complicated, like a ventilator. You might use one at home or at work, or you may need one in a hospital.
To use medical devices safely:
- Know how your device works. Keep instructions close by
- Understand and properly respond to device alarms
- Have a back-up plan and supplies in the event of an emergency
- Keep emergency numbers available and update them as needed
- Educate your family and caregivers about your device
Food and Drug Administration
- Equipment Safety
- Safety Issues
- A medical device is any product used to diagnose, cure, or treat a condition, or to prevent disease. They range from small and simple, like a blood glucose ...