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How To Check For Authenticity & Wear Mask Properly

Owing to the Covid-19 pandemic, the demands for 3-ply surgical masks have gone through the roof. Various brands have capitalized on the situation and are selling all kinds of masks. Since safety is of the utmost importance, it would only serve you well to ensure that the mask you’re wearing is actually protecting you. How do you figure that out? Here are a few tips you can try before buying:

Check for 3 layers

This one’s a no-brainer. The 3-ply mask is so called because it actually has 3 protective layers.

The outside layer is a non-woven, hydrophobic layer. Appears translucent.

In the middle there’s a melt-blown layer, which is white in color.

On the inside, you’ll find a non-woven soft absorbent layer, typically in blue, green or white.

Water resistance

The outer layer should be waterproof. Pour some water on the outer layer and check if the other side gets damp. If it does, then it’s not a proper 3-ply mask.

Fire resistance

The melt-blown middle layer is made with a special fabric that melts but does not burn with a flame. If it burns with a flame, then it’s not an authentic mask.

Electrostatic Adsorption

The middle layer also demonstrates an electrostatic effect. This means that the layer can be adsorbed (stuck to the surface) by certain materials. To test this, simply cut the layer into tiny strips or pieces. Then use another mask to check if the electrostatic adsorption occurs.

Light transmission

The middle layer should not be too porous. It’s designed this way to stop bacteria from passing through the mask, in any direction. Use a flashlight to make sure your mask doesn’t allow too much light to pass through. If it does, then it’s not a 3-ply mask.

Blow out a candle

Go ahead. Wear your mask and try blowing out a small flame, like a candle or matchstick. If you’re able to do it, then the mask is not doing its job. The middle layer and the inner layer are supposed to prevent any droplets like water and spit from passing through. This alone should make it virtually impossible for you to blow out a flame.

Liquid absorption

The inner most layer is absorbent, so its job is to absorb any moisture. This includes saliva, sweat and even sneeze droplets. Pour a little bit of water on the inside of your mask to see if it’s absorbing properly.

n authentic 3-ply mask provides a protective barrier for your mouth and nose against viruses and bacteria. It’s essential to wear the right one. So whether you’re buying masks in bulk, or just concerned about your own safety, these tests will help you identify real masks from fake ones.

THE BEDSIDE COMMODE

  The bedside commode is a piece of equipment that you will probably need at some point. There are many, many different kinds, but they all have basic similarities.

Most can be used not just at the bedside but also over the regular toilet, to raise  the seat so it’s easier for your impatient to get up and down from. Some can ONLY be used over the toilet. Be sure you know what you’re getting.

The legs may be capped with rubber, or there may be wheels. When making your selection, be sure the one with wheels also has brakes.

Most of them have arms, which may be padded. Most have backs, which may be made of fabric, metal, or plastic.

The legs and frame are usually metal and the seat parts plastic.

The simplest model has a toilet seat and is open underneath.

I don’t recommend the one with a toilet seat that can’t be lifted—hard to clean.

The usual seat configuration has three (or four) parts: there is a toilet seat that can be lifted and maybe a lid that can be closed.

In a frame under the toilet seat there is a removable chute, called an extender, to direct the product into the toilet so it doesn’t spatter.

A container can be hung in the framework under the toilet seat. It’s convenient if this container has a handle, like a bucket, which makes it easier to carry away to empty.

Sometimes there is a loose extra lid that can be put over the bucket when you’re carrying it.

When you put the bedside commode next to your impatient’s bed, be sure to put the bucket in it. Put a couple of inches of water in the bucket to make cleanup easier.

When you put the bedside commode over the regular toilet, DO NOT put the bucket in it—this defeats the purpose. Be sure the extender is in place, however.

(Yes, I have forgotten all of these at one time or another.)

If the commode is used at the bedside, you will have to remove the bucket and empty it.

Take the bucket into the bathroom and put it down on the sink or the floor.

Put on your nitrile gloves.

Lift the toilet seat on the regular toilet and empty the bucket into it.

Rinse the bucket in the basin, emptying the rinse water into the toilet, until the bucket is clean. Flush the toilet.

If you’re wearing gloves, you can run your hand around the inside of the bucket to help with the cleanup.

You could also use paper towels, but you must not throw them in the toilet, and you probably don’t want them in your wastebasket.

Refill the bucket with a couple of inches of water and replace it in the commode.

Rinse the basin.

If the commode is used over the toilet, there will probably be less cleanup. You may need to wipe the toilet seat. You may need to remove the extender and rinse it in the basin. Don’t forget to put on your gloves first.

If we are talking major diarrhea disaster, more extensive cleanup may be required. If possible, put the whole commode into the shower and clean it that way (with gloves!).