Needle Free & Extension Sets
Needle Free Connectors are important in vascular access, for both the patient’s and the healthcare professional’s safety. Needle Free Connectors prevent healthcare workers exposure to bloodborne pathogens by preventing needlestick injuries 1 , whilst acting as a microbial barrier to protect the patient 2 Neutral Connector Neutral Connector 50 pcs / box Product Code: NFC0-EXP Priming Volume: 0.05ml Flow Rate: 140ml/min Flow Rate at Pressure: 10mls/sec at 325psi High Pressure Compatible: 325psi
Neutral displacement reduces blood reflux when connecting and disconnecting • Smooth levelled surface is easily swabbable for effective decontamination 3 • Transparent housing allow visualisation of flush reducing the risk of colonisation 4 • Split septum design & silicone seal to act as a microbial barrier, minimising the risk of infection • Straight fluid pathway reduces residual blood and the risk of haemolysis 5 • Reduced dead space minimises biofilm formation • Also available in arterial – the red interior easily identifies that the line is in the artery • Compatible with power injectors up to 325psi • MRI compatible • Can remain in situ for up to 7 days
Arterial Neutral Connector
50 pcs / box
Product Code: Priming Volume:
NFC0-RED-EXP
0.07ml
Flow Rate: 133ml/min Flow Rate at Pressure: 10mls/sec at 325psi High Pressure Compatible: 325psi
Drug Compatibility Alcohol Yes Lipids Yes Chlorhexidine Yes Chemotherapy Yes Blood Yes
1. Lynn Hadaway, "Needless Connectors for IV Catheters: How to avoid complications associated with various models and practices," American Journal of Nursing , 2012, vol.112 (11): 32-44 2. Evonne Curran, "Needless connectors: the vascular access catheter's microbial gatekeeper," Journal of Infection Prevention , vol 17 (5): 234-240 3. Anna Casey, "An in vitro comparison of microbial ingress into 8 difference needleless IV access devices," J Infus Nurs , 2015. 38(1): 8-25 4. Nancy L Moureau, Julie Flynn, "Disinfection of Needleless Connector Hubs: Clinical Evidence Systematic Review," Nurs Res Pract , 2015:796762, doi:10.1155/2015/796762 5. William R. Jarvis, "Choosing the Best Design for Intravenous Needleless Connectors to Prevent Bloodstream Infections", Infection Control Today , July 28, 2010. https:// www.infectioncontroltoday.com/view/choosing-best-design-intravenous-needleless- connectors-prevent-bloodstream
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