- A standard medical utility tool designed for cutting and removing dressings and bandages
Uses
- Dressing and Bandage Removal:
- Used to cut through and remove various medical dressings, tapes, and bandages
- Material Cutting:
- Capable of cutting through gauze and other light medical materials during bedside care or minor procedures
- Emergency and Home Use:
- Suitable for first aid kits in schools, homes, or emergency medical services for quick access to quality cutting tools
Features
- Lister Design:
- Features a classic angled blade with a specific blunt tip on the lower blade
- Dimensions:
- It measures 7-1/4 inches (18.4cm) in length
- Material:
- Manufactured from high-quality Japanese stainless steel
- Handle:
- Equipped with standard finger ring handles for manual operation
- Finish:
- Typically finished to a general service grade standard, which is functional but less critical than surgical-grade instruments
Benefits
- Patient Safety:
- The blunt, flattened lower tip is designed to slide easily under bandages and lift them away from the skin, preventing accidental punctures or injury
- Cost-Effective Quality:
- Provides a reliable "surgical feel" at a lower price point than premium German-made lines, making it ideal for high-volume office use
- Durability:
- Made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel and backed by a lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship
- Autoclavable:
- Fully reusable and designed to withstand standard medical sterilization protocols
