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MalfunctionIME

ACU-THERM COLD PACK

Received Dec 15, 2016 · Event occurred Nov 4, 2016

Report 6175173 · MDR key 6175173

Device

Generic name

Pack, Hot Or Cold, Disposable

Model number

NA

Catalog number

MDS 138000

Lot number

NA

Product problems

  • Burst Container or Vessel
  • Use of Device Problem

Patient

Not reported

  • Chemical Exposure
  • Chemical Exposure

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

PATIENT NEEDED AN ICE PACK TO LOWER THE PATIENT'S TEMP. STAFF FOLLOWED THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE BACK OF THE PACKET AND PROCEEDED TO FOLD THE BAG ON THE DOTTED LINES, SQUEEZED AND THE BAG POPPED AND CONTENTS SPLASHED ON STAFF'S FACE, MOUTH, AND R EYE. STAFF SENT TO THE LAB TO FLUSH OUT RIGHT EYE.