SMITHS MEDICAL can offer a comprehensive range of sharps injury protection devices that adhere to the EU Directive 2010 on the prevention of sharps injuries in the healthcare sector.
A range of measures can be employed to reduce the incidences of needlestick and sharps injuries, including adopting education and training protocols and using safer devices. Smiths Medical works closely with the medical community to reduce sharps injuries, and enhance patient care. From blood collection and blood sampling through to medication delivery and catheter securement devices, the company can offer clinically-proven safety devices.
The PROTECTIV IV catheter is believed to be the first IV catheter introduced to the market that helped spearhead the movement towards safety devices. The Jelco IntuitIV Safety Catheter is one of the company’s latest product launches, which enables healthcare professionals to experience the comfort and simplicity of a conventional IV catheter along with the added benefits of needlestick protection with passive activation. All have been designed to reduce percutaneous injuries. The catheters feature a thin wall design that optimises flow rate potential for each gauge size, allowing clinicians to choose a smaller catheter without compromising on flow rates. The precision bevelled catheter tip and optimally engineered needle assist in establishing a smooth insertion, resulting in less trauma for the patient.
The catheters also feature a catheter protection system, which is easy to use and enables one-handed insertion. The effectiveness of the safety system has been proven to reduce catheter related injuries by 84%.
