Smiths Medical Gripper Needles
Smiths Medical Gripper Needles
Description
Smiths Medical Gripper Needles
Smiths Medical Gripper Needles are high-quality, non-coring Huber needles designed for use with implanted vascular access devices. These needles provide a safe and efficient way to administer medications, fluids, or withdraw blood samples, making them an essential tool in various medical settings such as hospitals, clinics, and home healthcare environments.
The unique design of the Gripper Needles minimizes patient discomfort and reduces the risk of coring or damage to implanted ports, ensuring reliable and long-term access.
Smiths Medical Gripper Needles Features:
- Non-Coring Design: Prevents damage to implanted ports and minimizes patient discomfort during needle insertion and removal.
- Safety Features: Includes a safety mechanism to reduce the risk of accidental needle sticks, enhancing user safety.
- Variety of Sizes: Available in multiple gauge sizes and lengths to accommodate different patient needs and clinical situations.
- Ease of Use: Ergonomically designed for easy handling and precise control during insertion and withdrawal.
- High-Quality Materials: Made from medical-grade materials that ensure durability and reliability.
- Secure Connection: Provides a secure and leak-proof connection to ensure effective medication delivery and blood withdrawal.
- Color-Coded: Color-coded hubs for easy identification of needle size.
Smiths Medical Gripper Needles Specification:
- Gauge Sizes: 19G, 20G, 22G, and 24G
- Needle Lengths: 0.75 inches, 1 inch, 1.5 inches, and 2 inches
- Sterilization: Sterile, single-use needles
- Material: Stainless steel needle with medical-grade plastic hub
- Packaging: Individually packaged in sterile blister packs
- Safety Mechanism: Integrated needle safety feature to prevent needlestick injuries
- Application: Compatible with a wide range of implanted vascular access devices.
The Smiths Medical Gripper Needles are designed for use with a variety of medical devices. The needles are available in a variety of sizes and options, including with or without a Y-site.
Usage Instructions:
Preparation: Ensure the needle is sterile and the packaging is intact before use. Wear appropriate protective gloves.
Insertion:
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- Clean the site around the implanted port with antiseptic.
- Hold the Gripper Needle by the wings and insert it into the port at the appropriate angle, typically 90 degrees.
- Ensure the needle is fully inserted to establish a secure connection.
Administration:
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- Connect the needle to the infusion set or syringe.
- Administer the medication or fluid as prescribed.
- Monitor the site for any signs of leakage or discomfort.
Removal:
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- Once the infusion is complete, carefully withdraw the needle.
- Activate the safety mechanism to cover the needle tip.
- Dispose of the used needle in a designated sharps container.
Post-Use:
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- Monitor the insertion site for any signs of infection or complications.
- Ensure all equipment is disposed of according to medical waste guidelines.
Safety Tips:
- Always use sterile techniques to avoid infections.
- Do not reuse the needle.
- Follow all local regulations for disposal of medical sharps.
Shipping
bttn offers a variety of shipping options to best fit your orders. All orders over $199 include free shipping. For those under $199, a $10 fee will be added, while those under $99 will have a $20 fee added for shipping. Products weighing over 100lbs will be marked in our system as “freight collect” and someone from our team will reach out to you directly to confirm shipping costs. For more information on our shipping policy, please refer to our shipping policy page.
Return Policy
Cancellation Policy
Most of our products ship out within 24-48 business hours, depending on availability. If you wish to cancel your order, you must request a cancellation the same day your order is placed. Please contact support@bttnusa.com with your order number to request a cancellation. After your cancellation has been confirmed, you will be issued a refund to your original form of payment. If your order is shipped before cancellation is confirmed, you will not be able to cancel your order.
Damaged or Defective Products
Please inspect your order upon receipt and contact bttn immediately if your product is damaged, defective, or incorrect. If your product is damaged, you need to contact support@bttnusa.com within 72 hours of receiving your order. Please include your order number, a description of the issue, and a photo. If damage is reported after 72 hours, your product will no longer be eligible for return. Additionally, if a photo is not included in your correspondence, we will be unable to verify eligibility for a prepaid return label.
Return Policy
bttn will only accept returns up to 14 business days after your delivery date. Your product must be returned in the same packaging, condition and quantity it was delivered.
If your product is eligible for return contact support@bttnusa.com In the email, place the order number in the subject line, include a brief description of the reason for returning, and attach any applicable pictures.
bttn will not accept returns for the following products:
- Any item which has been used after opening, stickered, marked, defaced, or is without all original packaging, labeling, package inserts, or operating manuals
- Products that are regulated and/or require a medical license to purchase
- Products that are refrigerated
- Products labeled ‘hazardous’
- Products labeled ‘sterile’ or ‘sterilized’
- Products used to analyze human body tissue
- Products containing hazardous chemicals
- Products that are non-stock (product status is 14-21 Days) or have been drop-shipped (product status is 7-14 Days) directly from the manufacturer non-stocked
- All brands of COVID tests
- All discontinued products
- All narcotics and other controlled substances
- All syringes
- All short-dated (e.g. less than 90-day shelf life), outdated, or seasonal products
- N95 Masks - N95 masks are designed to fit securely on the face and may cause discomfort, bruising and or broken skin on the bridge of the nose. bttn will not accept returns on
- N95/KN95 masks due to the way the may fit or feel while wearing them
Upon receiving your return request, our supply team will determine if your product qualifies for a return based on the above guidelines. Customers are responsible for the shipping costs associated with returning the product, unless the product arrived damaged (please review damage products policy above) or you received the wrong product.
If your order qualifies for a return label (products that are damaged or defective within policy terms), our supply team will issue you a return label through email. You will have 14 business days to drop off your product at the designated courier location.
The product will be inspected for quality assurance upon delivery and a refund will be issued to the original form of payment. Once the refund has been issued it can take up to 7-10 business days to reflect on your original form of payment.
Any requests to return products after 14 days from receipt will be denied.