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Filling the vaporizer on a machine can result in the greatest amount of pollution.
Vaporization of these liquid anesthetics occurs rapidly when exposed to the air.
1 ml of liquid halothane or isoflurane will produce approximately 200 ml of anesthetic vapour.
Technique used should limit exposure to liquid anesthetic.
This source of pollution is a significant risk to personel.
Staff need to consider extra protection for themselves and avoid exposure to others in the area.
All components involved (vaporizer, inhalant bottle, filling device ) should be sealed as soon as possible.
Special precautions are required when filling a vaporizer in use. |
