FAQ

The RespRelief Pump originally was intended as part of the basic car stock for hospice and home health field nurses, ready and accessible as a patient’s need arises.

The RespRelief Pump is a useful, invaluable back-up for patients that are airway suction dependent on a stationary suction machine and reside in their homes. The RespRelief Pump provides freedom to this population to move about from room to room in their home and backyard. It is also invaluable in a power outage.

Yes. PalliativePros advises observing Universal Precautions by wearing protective gloves and eyewear/mask when performing all oral suctioning interventions. PalliativePros advises to refer to the User Instructions on Body Substance Isolation.

PalliativePros advises changing suction tubes frequently and as needed.

A thorough tube flushing with water and a wet disinfectant wipe over the tubing after each use is highly recommended (refer to User Instructions on Flushing the tubes after each use).

PalliativePros advises, because the RespRelief Pump can be used at intervals/intermittently on same person, to store the RespRelief Pump on a clean covered surface, preferably on a disposable chux or washable towel at the bedside, or a most convenient place for immediate access.  The tubing should be covered with a clean cloth.

PalliativePros recommends cleaning with a wipe-on or spray disinfectant, and then wipe clean and dry. Do not submerge the pump into water. Refer to User Instructions on Cleaning and Storage.

PalliativePros discloses that the RespRelief Pump has a limited warranty.  It is not to be used as a primary source of oral suctioning for tracheostomy and the airway suction dependent.

The RespRelief Pump is a state-of-the-art medical device that is FDA Registered as a Class 1 medical device as a portable oral secretion removal device.

If the tip of the suction tube becomes blocked, an increased resistance will be felt and the pump handle will become difficult to operate. Do not continue suctioning and lift the suction catheter out of the mouth. Remove the blockage from the tip of the catheter by flushing with water, by disconnecting and shaking the tubing until clear, or replacing with a fresh catheter (refer to the User Instructions where Construction and Overflow Mechanism is described).

The RespRelief Pump is uniquely designed to prevent back-flow and leaking to the patient leaking. It is equipped with an overflow protection mechanism which will engage, locking the trigger handle once the collection jar is filled. It is not possible to continue squeezing the handle once the collection jar is full -extremely high resistance will be felt. When this happens, empty the collection jar, or replace with a backup Replacement Canister Jar for further suctioning. The overflow protection mechanism will ensure that the fluid will not enter the housing of the pump handle assembly once the collection jar is full. Refer to the User Instructions on Construction and Overflow Mechanism.

The overflow protection mechanism may have become engaged.  Disconnect the collection jar from the pump handle, shake the jar slightly or gently tap on hard surface to reset and reconnect.  This should disengage the overflow protection mechanism. Replacement Canister Jar can also be replaced for further suctioning.

When the suction port of the cap is pointed towards the floor, a flapper valve will close to avoid spilling the aspirated contents from the collection jar.

If the RespRelief Pump is turned upside down, the overflow protection mechanism will engage, and it will be impossible to suction. Refer to the User Instructions on Construction and Overflow Mechanism.

Insert the suction tube into the back of the throat.  Do not insert farther than you can see.

PalliativePros recommends that a Basic Functional Test be performed prior to use. It is important to check the pump function before use and after use. It is also recommended that a collection jar be mounted to the Pump, you to check the vacuum pressure by obstructing the connection port with your gloved thumb or palm and squeezing the handle.

Additionally, you should attach a suction tube and flush or prime with water to ensure vacuum ability prior to use (refer to the User Instructions Basic Functional Test).

Additionally, check all of the adapters, connectors, and suction tubes and canister cap to make sure that they are fully connected and tightened to ensure a secure vacuum suction pressure in the system.

PalliativePros provides a zip tight plastic bag that the Morgan Suction Pump Kit is packaged inside with a visible Bio-Hazard Compliant Label for disposal according to your organization or healthcare provider’s Bio-Hazard Compliant Protocol.

The Suction Pump is to be placed inside of the zip bag with of the used tubing, adaptors, connectors, and collection canister. The zip plastic bag w/Bio-Hazard Label should be locked and disposed of through your organization or healthcare provider’s established Bio-Hazard Disposal location.