N95 Respirator VS Surgical Masks for Germ Protection During COVID19

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This post was last updated on May 3rd, 2020
SurgicalMaskN95 Respirator
Testing and Approval | Cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | Evaluated, tested, and approved by NIOSH |
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Intended Use and Purpose | Fluid resistant and provides the wearer protection against large droplets, splashes, or sprays of bodily or other hazardous fluids. Protects the patient from the wearerโs respiratory emissions. | Reduces wearerโs exposure to particles including small particle aerosols and large droplets (only non-oil aerosols). |
Face Seal Fit | Loose-fitting | Tight-fitting |
Fit Testing Requirement | No | Yes |
User Seal Check Requirement | No | Yes. Required each time the respirator is donned (put on) |
Filtration | Does NOT provide the wearer with a reliable level of protection from inhaling smaller airborne particles and is not considered respiratory protection | Filters out at least 95% of airborne particles including large and small particles |
Leakage | Leakage occurs around the edge of the mask when user inhales | When properly fitted and donned, minimal leakage occurs around edges of the respirator when user inhales |
Use Limitations | Disposable. Discard after each patient encounter. | Ideally should be discarded after each patient encounter and after aerosolgenerating procedures. It should also be discarded when it becomes damaged or deformed; no longer forms an effective seal to the face; becomes wet or visibly dirty; breathing becomes difficult; or if it becomes contaminated with blood, respiratory or nasal secretions, or other bodily fluids from patients. |
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Mask Type | Buy | ||
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Top | 3M 8511 Respirator, N95 (10-Pack) | Respirator | Check Price |
tesyyke Anti-Dust Gas Spray Paint Dual Respirator | Respirator | Check Price | |
3 Ply Disposable ๐๐๐๐ Level 3 Respirator ๐๐๐๐s for Surgical (50Pcs) | Surgical Mask | Check Price | |
Medical Mask Disposable Face Mask (Blue-30Pcs) | Surgical Mask | Check Price | |
Daily Face Cover (Pack of 10) | Face Mask | Check Price | |
Disposable Earloop Face Masks (100 Pcs) | Face Mask | Check Price | |
Protective Panel Protect Eyes and Face, Double-Sided High-Definition Anti-Fog (5 Packs) | Face Shield | Check Price |
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