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[Evidence summary:] Does the prolonged use of face-masks by HCWs interfere with the respiratory system by inducing oxidative stress and blood oxygen/carbon dioxide imbalance? [v1.0]

dc.contributor.authorNational Health Library & Knowledge Service (NHLKS)
dc.contributor.authorCarrigan, Marie
dc.contributor.authorRyan, Pauline
dc.contributor.authorQuinn, Emma
dc.contributor.authorFlynn, Maura
dc.contributor.authorLeen, Brendan
dc.contributor.authorCole, Natalie
dc.date.accessioned2020-12-18T12:35:16Z
dc.date.available2020-12-18T12:35:16Z
dc.date.issued2020-12-18
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10147/628651
dc.descriptionMain Points 1.The average face mask does not limit the flow of oxygen to the lungs, even in people with severe lung diseases. 2.For healthy, active people, wearing a face mask during vigorous exercise has minimal effect on arterial or muscle oxygen levels and no effects on exercise performance. 3.WHO advises not to wear masks during vigorous intensity physical activity because masks may reduce the ability to breathe comfortably. 4.Face masks, including N95 respirators, surgical masks and cloth face-mask shave small effect on the work of breathing, blood gases and other physiological parameters during physical activity, even with heavy/maximal exercise. 5.In a study following 10 nurses over two 12-hour shifts, the only negative physiologic change resulting from long-term respiratory protection use was elevated CO2levels, with CO2increasing over time. However, these changes were not clinically relevant. 6.Effects of prolonged mask and respirator use in healthcare settings include headaches, skin sensitivity, acne, itchy nose,and excessive sweating around the mouth. 7.Frequent breaks, improved hydration and rest, skin care, and newly designed, more comfortable masks are recommendations for future management of adverse effects related to prolonged mask use.en_US
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherHealth Service Executiveen_US
dc.subjectCoronavirusen_US
dc.subjectCOVID-19en_US
dc.subjectPERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)en_US
dc.subjectRISK FACTORSen_US
dc.title[Evidence summary:] Does the prolonged use of face-masks by HCWs interfere with the respiratory system by inducing oxidative stress and blood oxygen/carbon dioxide imbalance? [v1.0]en_US
dc.typeOtheren_US
refterms.dateFOA2020-12-18T12:35:24Z


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