Question

Which of the following devices are included in Class III devices?

(a) Bandages

(b) Thermometers

(c) Pacemakers

(d) Micro ovens

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The question is from Controlled Release Medication topic in section Controlled Release Medication of Drug Biotechnology

Answer 1

Correct option is (c) Pacemakers

Explanation: FDA has different classes of devices. These have different kind of manufacturing guidelines and practices which should be followed.  Such as Class I includes bandages, gloves, Stethoscopes. Class II devices include thermometers and endoscopes. Class III devices include those which come in contact with the body fluids and are kept at that place for a long time such as that of pacemakers and heart valves.