- A pre-packaged, sterile solution designed to streamline the initiation of intravenous therapy by providing all necessary prep and securement components in a single, disposable unit
Uses
- Intravenous (IV) Initiation:
- Facilitates the efficient insertion of an IV line in clinical settings such as emergency rooms, hospitals, and outpatient clinics
- Site Preparation:
- Used to perform aseptic skin preparation before catheter insertion to minimize infection risks
- Catheter Securement:
- Provides materials to stabilize the IV catheter and protect the insertion site from environmental contaminants
Features
- #1614 Tegaderm™ Transparent Dressing:
- A 2 3/8" x 2 3/4" (or 3.375" x 2.75") breathable film dressing that allows for continuous site observation
- ChloraPrep™ 1mL Applicator:
- Contains 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) with an orange tint for effective antimicrobial skin preparation
- Blue Textured Tourniquet:
- A 3/4" x 18" latex-free tourniquet designed for easy grip and patient comfort
- Transpore™ Surgical Tape:
- A 0.75" x 18" roll of clear adhesive tape for secondary securement
- Gauze Pads:
- Two 2" x 2" 4-ply gauze pads for cleaning or padding the site
- Patient Change Date Label:
- A 1" x 2" label to document when the dressing was applied or is due for a change
Benefits
- Clinical Efficiency:
- Reduces the time clinicians spend gathering individual supplies, allowing for faster patient care
- Infection Control:
- Pre-packaged sterile components ensure a consistent aseptic technique, helping to meet safety standards like those for Vascular Access
- Cost Management:
- Purchasing kits is often more cost-effective than managing inventory for separate components
- Patient Comfort:
- Includes a flexible dressing that conforms to the body and a textured tourniquet that is gentle on the skin
