MalfunctionMPO
INFANT HEEL WARMER
Received Aug 7, 2024 · Event occurred Jul 20, 2024
Report 19935287 · MDR key 19935287
Device
Generic name
Infant Heel Warmer (chemical Heat Pack)
Manufacturer
Cardinal HealthModel number
11460-010TCatalog number
11460-010T
Lot number
VN24050B25
Patient
NA · Unknown
- Chemical Exposure
- Chemical Exposure
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
EMPLOYEE WENT TO USE A HEEL WARMER AND WHEN HE SQUEEZED TO ACTIVATE IT OPENED AND "EXPLODED" CONTENTS ON HIS FACE, EYES, NECK, SCALP AND MOUTH. EMPLOYEE OBTAINED THE HEEL WARMER FROM THE CART OF A PHLEBOTOMIST.