Vacutainer Latex-Free Tourniquet Features
- It is ideal for healthcare practitioners and facilities who want to discard latex from their healthcare products
- It aids in reducing the risk of cross-contamination between patients and healthcare personnel
- Allows for easy one-at-a-time dispensing of tourniquets that facilitates a single-use policy
- Ideal for venous location for blood draws
- Individually presented for easy dispensing
- Full 18 inches, one size fits all
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How to use BD Tourniquet Strap?
- Pull the tourniquet away from the box until you see the perforation point
- Secure the tourniquet with your hand and gently pull away
- Stretch the tourniquet several times to ensure there is flexibility within the rubber
- Keep the tourniquet underneath patient's arm, lifting up to create enough pressure
- Gently tie the tourniquet into a bow leaving just one bow point underneath the tourniquet, this should secure it in place
- When ready to remove the tourniquet simply pull on one end of the tourniquet to release it
FAQs
What is a Becton Dickinson Vacutainer Stretch Tourniquet Strap?
It is a medical device used to apply pressure to a patient's arm during blood collection or other medical procedures.
How does it work?
A Latex Free Tourniquet Strap is wrapped around the upper arm to restrict blood flow to the veins in the arm. This makes it easier to locate a vein and collect a blood sample.
Is this reusable?
No, it is a disposable medical device and should be used only once and then disposed of properly.
How long can it be left on the patient's arm?
It should not be left on the patient's arm for more than one minute to prevent damage to the veins and surrounding tissue.
Can this be used on any part of the body?
These are typically used on the upper arm, but they can be used on other parts of the body if necessary.
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