Elastomeric respirators are safer and more sustainable alternatives to disposable N95 masks during the coronavirus outbreak
Abstract Background In this paper, the authors review the safety and practicality of elastomeric respirators for protecting themselves and others from the novel coronavirus or COVID-19. They also describe the safe donning and doffing procedures for this protective gear. Main text Due to the shortage...
Main Authors: | James Chiang, Andrew Hanna, David Lebowitz, Latha Ganti |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
BMC
2020-07-01
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Series: | International Journal of Emergency Medicine |
Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12245-020-00296-8 |
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