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Assessment of N-95 Facemask for Use in COVID-19 Pandemic in Case of Shortage of Personal Protective Equipment

Assessment of N-95 Facemask for Use in COVID-19 Pandemic in Case of Shortage of Personal Protective Equipment

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18 years and older
All
Phase N/A

Overview

The purpose of this study is to assess the safety and efficiency of an assembled modified mask in protecting health care workers against Coronavirus in case of any personal protective equipment shortage. At least 20 healthy participants will be recruited to try the modified mask. The modified masks will be made from masks that are already available as well as filters available in the pulmonary department at the Oklahoma City VA Health Care System

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  1. All individuals older than 18 years of age, and willing to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. Individuals with known severe COPD/emphysema, Obesity Hypoventilation or hypercapnic condition
  2. Individuals with allergy or reactions to latex or masks
  3. Individuals reporting dyspnea or unable to breathe comfortably in these masks
  4. Claustrophobic individuals
  5. Inability to create a proper Seal while inhaling through a closed filter (See Below)
  6. Individuals who cannot safely apply and remove these masks

Study details
    Coronavirus Infection
    Disease Prevention

NCT04416919

University of Oklahoma

16 February 2024

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