MedComp HEMO-CATH Instrucciones De Uso página 4

• Do not insert or withdraw the guidewire forcibly from any
component. The wire could break or unravel. If the guidewire
becomes damaged, the catheter and guidewire must be removed
together.
•
Federal Law (USA) restricts the device to sale by or on the order
of a physician.
•
This catheter is for Single Use Only.
• Do not re-sterilize the catheter or accessories by any method.
• Re-Use may lead to infection or illness/injury.
• The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damages caused by
re-use or resterilization of this catheter or accessories.
•
Contents sterile and non-pyrogenic in unopened, undamaged
package. STERILIZED BY ETHYLENE OXIDE
• Do not use catheter or accessories if package is opened or
damaged.
•
Do not use catheter or accessories if any sign of product
damage is visible.
CATHETER PRECAUTIONS:
• Do not use sharp instruments near the extension lines or
tubing.
• Do not use scissors to remove dressing.
• Catheter will be damaged if clamps other than what is provided
with this kit are used.
•
Clamping the catheter repeatedly in the same location will
weaken tubing. Avoid clamping near the luers and hub of the
catheter.
• Do not clamp over guidewire or stylet - tubing may become
damaged.
•
Examine catheter lumens and extensions before and after each
treatment for damage.
• To prevent accidents, assure the security of all caps and
bloodline connections prior to and between treatments.
• Use only Luer Lock (threaded) connectors with this catheter.
•
Repeated over tightening of bloodlines, syringes, and caps will
reduce connector life and could lead to potential connector
failure.
INSERTION SITES:
• The patient should be in a modified Trendelenburg position,
with the upper chest exposed and the head turned slightly to
the side opposite the insertion area. A small rolled towel may be
inserted between the shoulder blades to facilitate the extension
of the chest area.
2
-2-
STERILE EO