- A standardized, all-in-one solution designed to provide healthcare professionals with all the necessary components for a safe and efficient peripheral intravenous catheter insertion
Uses
- Peripheral IV Insertion:
- Provides clinical staff with a sterile, pre-packaged set of tools to initiate intravenous therapy
- Aseptic Skin Preparation:
- Specifically used to disinfect the skin at the insertion site to reduce the risk of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs)
- Site Stabilization:
- Used to secure the IV catheter in place and protect the insertion site from external contaminants
Features
- 1.5mL ChloraPrep® FREPP® Applicator:
- A preoperative skin antiseptic containing 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)
- 3M™ Tegaderm™ 1624W Dressing:
- A 2 3/8" x 2 3/4" transparent film dressing that allows for continuous site visibility for monitoring
- Blue Textured Tourniquet:
- A 3/4" x 18" latex-free tourniquet with significant elasticity for patient comfort
- Medical Tape:
- A 3/4" x 18" roll of clear Transpore™ surgical tape for secondary securement
- Gauze Pads:
- Two 2" x 2", 4-ply absorbent gauze pads
- Change Date Label:
- A small label to document the date and time of the dressing application
Benefits
- Clinical Efficiency:
- Minimizes the time spent gathering individual supplies, allowing clinicians to focus more on patient care
- Enhanced Infection Control:
- Standardized, sterile components and the inclusion of CHG antisepsis help maintain an aseptic field throughout the procedure
- Cost Management:
- Purchasing kits is often more cost-effective for facilities than managing the inventory and waste of separate individual items
- Securement and Visibility:
- The breathable Tegaderm™ dressing ensures the catheter is stabilized while allowing healthcare workers to monitor the site for signs of infection without removing the dressing
