Lost medical devices

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Respiratory failure
Diabetic crisis without monitor
Electrocution from wet devices

Quick summary

Critical device lost? Go hospital if oxygen needed. Call supplier for replacement.

Do This Now

Step 1: Identify which device is critical for survival tonight
Step 2: Contact hospital, supplier, or relief organization for replacement
Step 3: For oxygen dependence — go to hospital if supply interrupted
Step 4: Do NOT use water-damaged electrical medical devices
Step 5: Document device model and settings if known (CPAP pressure, etc.)

Do Not

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT plug in flood-damaged devices even if they look dry outside.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT share CPAP masks without cleaning — infection risk.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT delay hospital visit if dependent on continuous oxygen.

How to Call for Help

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call hospital, device supplier, or relief hotline. Say: "Flood destroyed [device]. Patient depends on it."
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 if person in respiratory distress without device.

When Professional Care Is Needed

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Oxygen-dependent patients without supply need emergency facility care immediately.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Device settings must be reprogrammed by professionals when replaced.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Prioritize life-sustaining devices. Relief organizations and hospitals coordinate replacement after disasters.

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