Blom-Singer® HME/HumidiFilter® System
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the skin surrounding the tracheostoma. Follow the attachment
steps described in the Blom-Singer Tracheostoma Housings
Instructions For Use provided with the product.
The following procedural instructions are provided by Eric D. Blom, Ph.D.
HME Cartridge
The disposable HME cartridge is designed for daily, one-time
use. The HME cartridge should be replaced at least once a day to
maintain proper function of the HME system.
Before inserting an HME Cartridge apply a Blom-Singer
tracheostoma housing (TruSeal housing style recommended) to
the tracheostomal skin according to product instructions. Verify
that the housing is providing an airtight seal around the stoma.
1. With clean hands remove an HME Cartridge from its packaging.
Always reseal the package containing the HME Cartridges after
every opening to preserve the effectiveness of the HumidiFilters.
Should your hands come in contact with the HumidiFilter, be sure
to wash them as it contains substances that may be irritating to
skin and eyes.
Inspect the HME Cartridge for any structural damage, such as
cracks or tears; do not use a device that is damaged. Press down
on the top of the speech button to test that it is fully functional.
The speech button should depress when held down with a finger
and then instantly return to its open, breathing position when
released (diagram 3).
2. Insert the HME cartridge into the previously applied
tracheostoma housing and gently push the HME cartridge until
it snaps into place (diagram 2). A properly inserted HME cartridge
will sit flush and fit snugly inside the housing.
Breathing through the HME cartridge should be comfortable
and easy. If breathing is not easy, remove the HME system and
consult your medical professional for assistance. When you begin
using the HME, a slight increase in airflow resistance will be felt.
However, this resistance is a normal function of the device that
may initially require some getting use to. The HME cartridge also
contains side and top airflow vents to maximize airflow for easy
breathing and prevent breathing obstruction.
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