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Nasco Healthcare Blood Glucose Lancing Device, SB51783
$18.95
- Medex SKU:
- NSC-SB51783
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
Description
Nasco Healthcare Blood Glucose Lancing Device, SB51783
The Nasco Healthcare Blood Glucose Lancing Device, model SB51783, is a tool designed for obtaining capillary blood samples for glucose testing. This device is intended for educational and training purposes and offers a range of features aimed at providing a safe, comfortable, and user-friendly experience.
Key Features:
Adjustable Depth Settings: The device is equipped with seven adjustable depth settings, allowing users to customize the penetration depth of the lancet to suit different skin types and testing locations. This feature is designed to minimize discomfort while ensuring an adequate blood sample is obtained.
Safety-Lock Trigger: A key safety feature of the SB51783 is its safety-lock trigger. This mechanism helps to prevent accidental pricks, enhancing the safety of the user, particularly in a training environment.
Hygienic Lancet Disposal: The lancing device incorporates a press-and-pull, spring-release ejector for the safe and hygienic disposal of used lancets. This feature minimizes the need to handle used lancets directly, reducing the risk of needlestick injuries and cross-contamination.
Ergonomic Design: The device is designed to be slim, lightweight, and easy to handle, ensuring a comfortable grip and straightforward operation.
Intended Use:
It is important to note that the Nasco Healthcare Blood Glucose Lancing Device, SB51783, is for educational use only. The product is not intended for any purpose other than its designated educational use.
Instructions for Use:
The general procedure for using this type of lancing device is as follows:
Wash Hands: Thoroughly wash and dry your hands before beginning the procedure.
Prepare the Device: Remove the cap from the lancing device.
Insert a Lancet: Insert a new, sterile lancet into the lancet holder and twist off the protective cover.
Replace the Cap: Place the cap back on the lancing device.
Select Depth: Adjust the dial to your desired penetration depth. It is often a good practice to start with a lower setting and increase if necessary.
Prime the Device: Pull back or press the priming button to prepare the lancing mechanism.
Choose a Puncture Site: Select a puncture site, typically on the side of a fingertip.
Lance the Skin: Place the device firmly against the skin and press the release button.
Obtain Blood Sample: Gently squeeze the area to form a drop of blood for testing.
Dispose of Lancet: After use, remove the cap and use the ejector mechanism to safely dispose of the used lancet in a sharps container.