RETRACTABLE SYRINGES
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) announced the full release of the safety-engineered BD Integra 1-ml Retracting Tuberculin and Insulin Syringe. The BD Integra 1-ml Retracting Syringes-available in five needle/ gauge sizes-have an integral needle that can help clinicians maximize medications drawn from multidose vials. The product features a low waste space volume design. The permanently attached needle makes this reduction possible. By using a syringe that minimizes waste space, clinicians can maximize the number of doses they draw from multidose vials. The BD Integra 1-ml Syringe is designed to help protect healthcare workers against accidental needle sticks while improving clinical performance and enhancing patient care.
For more information, contact BD at 201-847-6800 or http://www.bd.com.
MEDICAL CHART SECURITY BAG
To make transferring patient records easy and secure, Carstens, Inc. introduced its new, lightweight Chart Security Bag. Made of durable, water- and abrasion-resistant, vinyl-coated nylon, the Chart Security Bag has a scratch- and fingerprint-resistant clear vinyl pocket sewn on the outside. To meet mandated security and privacy regulations, the bag's zippers (which open from both sides for easy access) have loops that accommodate a breakaway lock (not included) for additional security. The Chart Security Bag features a padded carrying handle and accommodates up to one, 3-inch ring-binder chart holder. Nurses can custom-imprint it with their facility's logo, name, and other information.
For more information, contact Carstens at 1-800-782-1524 or http://www.carstens.com.
DISINFECTANT DEVICE
Gloster Sante Europe developed the Sterinis spray-device, which uses Sterusil's non-toxic, non-corrosive, biodegradable disinfectant. It comes in 2-liter cartridges and is electronically identifiable, tamper-proof, and disposable.
For more information, contact Gloster Sante Europe at 00-33-5-62-88-42-22 or http://www.gloster-sante-europe.com.
GERM PROTECTION
The Personal Protection Belt from Health Care Logistics offers instant access to infection control tools such as gloves, tissues, and surface wipes. Designed to target two critical infection control procedures-hand washing and surface disinfecting-the belt features removable hook and loop pockets, holsters, and pouches allowing workers to keep a variety of supplies ready for on-the-spot use.
For more information, contact Health Care Logistics at 1-800-848-1633 or http://www.healthcarelogistics.com.