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Hello, I would like to know if I can have name and title embroidery on the lab coat. Please let me know at your convenience.Katlyn

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7/29/2009 7:52:31 AM
 

Date Posted:
7/29/2009 4:38:29 AM

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How do you turn the vent on and off.

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The PLV 100 Ventilator turns on and off via the power switch.  You may view additional details of operation.

Date Posted:
7/28/2009 7:10:17 PM

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I need 13'4 of straight rod with 48 carrier hooks. What do I order to get this? Also, How do these rods connect to the ceiling?

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7/28/2009 4:00:15 PM
 

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7/28/2009 2:56:37 PM

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Hi!Is the jade color the traditional 'surgical green' used in ORs?

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This Unisex Reversible Scrub Top in Jade is the traditional green color in ORs, we also have this available in Ceil Blue which is the standard blue in ORs.
 

Date Posted:
7/28/2009 12:14:48 PM

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Hello, our dental office is in need to safely store our oxygen and nitrous tanks when not being utilized during a patient procedure. Our tanks are both apprx 29 tall. I'm not concrete on the full/empty weight of the tanks. We require storage for four tanks. Could this item fit our needs?

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7/28/2009 1:31:37 PM
 

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7/28/2009 11:12:11 AM

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Do you currently list HCPCS codes for your inventoried items? Can you search your web catalog by HCPCS?Thanks.Kent

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 Dear Kent:

Thank you for your inquiry.  Currently, HCPCS codes are not systematically associated with our item numbers.  However, if you would like to provide us with HCPCS codes of interest along with general product descriptions, we will be happy to email you corresponding list.  Please submit your request to inquiry@MSECompany.net 

Date Posted:
7/27/2009 9:57:18 PM

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Hi,How small is this unit? We're looking for something our son can take in his backpack to school. Can a mask be attached?

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The Portable Compressor Nebulizer is quite compact.  It weighs less than 4 pounds and is 6.5" x 7" x 4.25".  Either masks or standard handheld mouthpieces are compatible for use with this nebulizer.
 

Date Posted:
7/27/2009 9:17:50 PM

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I have recurrent cancer and am going to a concert Billy Joel/Elton John next weekend. My immune system is a bit low - and I wish to take precautions re: exposure to other people and their germs. Which mask would be most efficient at protection and the most comfortable to wear? Thanks.

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 Dear Deirdre:

There are a lot of misconceptions about the benefits of surgical/ procedure masks.  The intended use of a surgical / procedure mask is to help prevent large particles expelled by the wearer (e.g. spit, mucous) from reaching the patient or work environment.  Some additional information is outlined below.  If you would like to wear a mask, we would recommend the following cone masks, which are a better fit for your needs:

• Molded Cone Disposable Masks
• Form-Fit Cone Disposable Masks

Some surgical masks also have fluid resistant properties to help reduce the risk of splashes or sprays of blood, body fluids, secretions and excretions from reaching the wearer's mouth and nose. Fluids contacting the outer surface of the surgical mask will not immediately soak through to the interior of the surgical mask and contact the wearer's lips or skin.

Surgical masks are not designed to pass a fit test. Flat surgical masks fit loosely over the face leaving large gaps between the mask and the wearer. It is unlikely that most of the air will pass through the mask material. The air (and any airborne particles) will go through the gaps. Cup or Cone shaped surgical masks appear to fit tighter to the face, but they are not designed to seal to the face and cannot be relied upon to provide respiratory protection.

Surgical masks are typically donned for a specific procedure. For infection control purposes masks are typically disposed of after each procedure/patient activity.

In the United States, surgical masks are cleared for sale by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA reviews data submitted by the manufacturer but does not test the surgical mask. The FDA only allows the sale of products that meet their minimum requirements based on the data supplied.
Common tests for surgical masks include: particle filtration efficiency (PFE), bacterial filtration efficiency (BFE), fluid resistance, differential pressure and flammability.

PFE: The PFE test is a quality indicator for healthcare surgical masks. The PFE test is not an indicator of respirator protection performance The filter media of a surgical mask with a very high (>95%) PFE may be less than 70% efficient when tested with the NIOSH N95 test method. The results of the surgical mask PFE testing and NIOSH filtration efficiency testing should not be compared. Conditions of the PFE test include:

• Polystyrene latex sphere test aerosol approximately 0.1 m in size;
• Airflow rate of 28 liters per minute (lpm). o Unneutralized test aerosol.
• No preconditioning

BFE: This test assesses the ability of a mask to provide a barrier to large particles expelled by the wearer. It is not a filtration efficiency test and it does not evaluate the mask's ability to provide any protection to the wearer. Two methodologies are available: the "Modified Greene and Vesley Test or ASTM method F2101-01. Fluid Resistance: The fluid resistance test is typically conducted based on the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) Test Method F 1862 "Resistance to Penetration by Synthetic Blood" which determines the mask's resistance to synthetic blood squirted at it under varying pressures.

Date Posted:
7/27/2009 6:27:34 PM

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Hello,We are looking for an old instrument called a lithotrite or lithotripe.It is used for Urological procedures to crush stones.Can you help?Thank you, Amy

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Unfortunately, after extensive searching, we have concluded we do not have any instruments of this nature.  We apologize for the inconvenience.
 

Date Posted:
7/27/2009 2:54:22 PM

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I was wondering if the chair is able to be place in a flat position and also tilted so that the feet are higher in the air to do procedures? Also what is the weight capacity of the chair??? Please recommend options if this is not the case.

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7/27/2009 2:40:18 PM
 

Date Posted:
7/27/2009 2:27:26 PM

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i need 1 child, 1 adult 1 large adult and 1 thigh cuff with this unit do you have these?

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Unfortunately this CompliMates Sphygmomanometer does not offer different sized cuffs.

Date Posted:
7/26/2009 8:43:46 PM

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I'm not sure I understand quite how this works. Help?

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For example, the board is placed between a bed and a wheelchair.  With assistance, the individual is able to slide between the two items.  The more demanding alternative would be to lift the patient out of the bed and physically place them into the wheelchair.  See the following product and the related image for a visual example as well: Wheelchair & Bed Transfer Board,  item# 0671RUDGSI.

Date Posted:
7/26/2009 6:26:22 PM

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Is there a product like this that is for a baby's isolette or changing table? I'm looking for a pad that is about 9 x 14. Thanks! This is the size used in the hospital after the birth of my grandchild.

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The most similar size we have is our Ultrasorb Underpad  which is 10" x 16" in size.  This comes in a case of 100 pads and is generally in stock for delivery within 3-5 business days.

Date Posted:
7/25/2009 11:13:56 PM

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To whom it may concern, I am interested in all your products, would like to know the quantity of each of your products and the price if sold as a big quantity. also, if you have any defective products I am interested in buying. If your interested in selling your products overseas for export such as middle east please feel free to contact me. Thankyou. Doctor michele Orefice

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 Dear Dr. Orefice:

Thank you for your inquiry.  All prices are based on either volume purchase or the total amount of your purchase.  Furthermore, all international orders must be paid in advance via bank wire transfer.  For specific items, quantities and related pricing, please email us at inquiry@msecompany.net.

Date Posted:
7/25/2009 8:01:04 PM

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please, tell me if DS-100A are original and not used. And if they are available in stock for international order. Thanks

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7/25/2009 8:22:48 PM
 

Date Posted:
7/25/2009 7:40:48 PM

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Can this product be used on after surgery incision that has been healing for 3 months

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 Dear Cameron:

You can use this product, but if the wound is healing normally, the use of this product will have a nominal effect.

Date Posted:
7/24/2009 9:17:26 PM

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Does the mattress have a pump that circulates air on an continious basis?Also, does it come in a 32 by 78 size?Does the pump have two outlets for two hoses?

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The Aero-Pulse Alternating Pressure Pad does have air continuously flowing via the pump system.  Unfortunately the only size available in this item is 40 x 68 but does have 2 outlets.
 

Date Posted:
7/24/2009 8:11:47 PM

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I have a Heraeus Hanaulux light fixture in need of parts replacement and I don't know how to access the web site for part numbers and or schematics. Most of the sites I found were in German print and I'll need it in English. Are you able to direct me to a web site that is able to assist me in my efforts?

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 Dear Mr. Griffin:

You may wish to contact http://somatechnology.com/MedicalProducts/HanauluxLondon.asp. They frequently carry replacement parts and maybe able to provide you with scematics.

Date Posted:
7/24/2009 11:32:41 AM

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Can this be used with patients who are in the beginning stage of hand/finger contractures?

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Date Posted:
7/23/2009 7:12:05 PM

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Is this like a foam mattress topper? And what size would I need for a queen bed.

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This is a Bariatric Foam Mattress and is not generally used as nor intended to be a mattress topper.  Since most normal (non-hospital specific) mattresses are anywhere from 6-15" in height, this would raise your bed by an additional 6".

We have gel and air mattress toppers available for use on top of a mattress.

Date Posted:
7/23/2009 5:33:25 PM