SpiroConnect Operators Manual
MedChip Solutions Ltd.
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001.105.GBR Issue 1.12
The Bluetooth connectivity allows the clinician to remain at a safe distance from the patient
throughout the test and to be isolated from the patient, preferably behind a screen, in case
of a coughing event. Enhanced cleaning of the testing space should be carried out such as
wiping down surfaces with appropriate cleaners
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.
If available, a room with mechanical air circulation should be used or a room where other
ways of ventilation are possible (e.g. opening windows). Ideally this should be in the region
of 6 room air changes per hour
1
.
The MedChip Solutions Covid-19 Response is based ATS guidance and on the ARTP
document “Risk minimisation in spirometry re-start” by Martin Allen
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. Which includes:
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PCRS Spirometry in Primary Care - Guidance on reinstating spirometry in England
•
ARTP Statement for the NHS NATIONAL RESPIRATORY PROGRAMME Task and
Finish Group Recommendations for undertaking risk-managed spirometry
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Covid19 advice may be updated by the Medical Bodies and Governments. It is always
vital to act in line with the latest advice and any local Risk Assessment.
References
1
ARTP (Association for Respiratory Technology & Physiology) Statement for the NHS NATIONAL RESPIRATORY
PROGRAMME Task and Finish Group Recommendations for undertaking risk-managed spirometry.
2
Meredith C. McCormack, MD MHS, David A. Kaminsky, MD, 2020 members of the ATS Proficiency
Standards for Pulmonary Function Testing Committee.
3
https://www.artp.org.uk/write/MediaUploads/Standards/COVID19/ARTP_PCRS_spiro_re-
start_FINAL2.pdf
