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Important Risk and Safety Information for Gebauer’s Pain Ease® and Gebauer’s Ethyl Chloride®:

Do not spray in eyes. Over spraying may cause frostbite. Freezing may alter skin pigmentation. Use caution when using product on persons with poor circulation. The thawing process may be painful and freezing may lower resistance to infection and delay healing. If skin irritation develops, discontinue use. CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed healthcare practitioner.

Gebauer’s Pain Ease Only:

Apply only to intact oral mucous membranes. Do not use on genital mucous membranes. Consult your pediatrician when using on children 4 years old and younger.

Gebauer’s Ethyl Chloride Only:

Published clinical trial results support the use in children 3 years of age and older. Ethyl chloride is FLAMMABLE and should never be used in the presence of an open flame or electrical cautery equipment. Use in a well-ventilated area. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating or inhaling the contents can be harmful or fatal. Do not spray in eyes. Over application of the product may lead to frostbite and/or altered skin pigmentation. Cutaneous sensitization may occur, but appears to be extremely rare. CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed healthcare practitioner.

How to Successfully Train Your Staff on New Medical Devices

By: Jennifer Clark | On: December 13, 2016

Technological innovations not only enhance patient-centered care but also help improve efficiency. Depending on the complexity of the medical device, the learning curve can be steep. If your staff isn’t thoroughly trained or lacks a basic understanding of the purpose and limitations of a machine or device, the risk of patient injuries increases.

Developing a comprehensive device training program can help you avoid these errors and ensure your patients receive the full benefits of the latest medical technology.

Keeping the following things in mind will help you develop an effective medical device training program.

4 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Medical Device Manufacturer

By: Bethany Nock | On: November 12, 2015

In the last few decades, the healthcare industry has experienced rapid technology growth and evolution. These advancements have led to more effective treatments, increased patient comfort and better outcomes overall. The technology boom also means more providers in the market — which means the decision-making process isn’t always easy.

As a healthcare administrator, you know even the smallest of choices can make a significant and lasting impact on your facility and the patients you serve. So when it comes to choosing medical device providers, you want to ensure you’re fairly assessing all options.

In an effort to help ease the decision process, we’ve created a list of the top 4 questions to ask when comparing medical devices and medical device manufacturers.

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