SMTL Medical Disposable Datacard

Winged IV needle

Description

Steel needle with wings (also known as the 'butterfly'), connected to a length of tubing (variety of tubing lengths available), terminating with a connection such as female luer slip, may also possess a removable latex/latex free injection site. Wings may be colour coded for different size needle gauges.

Key areas where used

• Theatres
• General ward use

Method of use

A peripheral vein is identified and insertion site is cleaned. The needle is advanced into the vein with the bevel facing upwards and flashback is observed into the tubing just below the wings. The wings maybe taped down with a dressing to secure the needle if required. Can be connected to giving sets or extension sets and used for either infusion or blood taking purposes.

Please note: THIS SHOULD NOT BE USED AS AN INDWELLING DEVICE - Health care workers are advised against using the butterfly for infusions because of the potential for needle stick injury and tissue damage. A plastic cannula over needle is recommended for this purpose.

Presentation

Individually wrapped in a peel pouch

Sizes Required

• 19/21/23/25/27

Example products

The following table lists examples of products known to be acceptable for this product description.

Revision Details

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Disclaimer

This datacard has been prepared as an aid to contracting for purchasers in the NHS in Wales, and should not be used as a substitute for literature, instructions or training from the manufacturers of the devices.

Products mentioned in this datacard are for illustration purposes only and should not be seen as an endorsement of these products.