Posey Foam Trach Ties - Manual

AlwAys monitor patients carefully to ensure they are not
at risk for disrupting lifesaving therapy. Constant
supervision, electronic monitoring and/or the use of a
restraint may be required in conjunction with proper
medical supervision per your facility’s policies.
Monitoring
Be sure to follow your facility’s policies and
guidelines for frequency of patient monitoring for proper
product application and skin integrity.
Inspection
Inspect before each use: check for broken
stitches or parts; or torn, cut or frayed material; DO NOT
use soiled or damaged products.
Discard if “hook” does not firmly adhere to white fuzzy backing.
Disposal
Properly dispose of the product per
facility’s policy for BIOHAZARDOUS materials.
Storage and Handling
This device is designed for use in normal indoor
environments. This device may be stored in ambient
warehouse temperatures at normal humidity levels. Avoid
excess moisture or high humidity that may damage product
materials.
Available in four sizes (One dozen per box):
REF
8197s Small, 9”L x 1”W (23 cm x 3 cm), fits neonatal
and infant necks 7-9” (18-23 cm)
REF
8197M Medium, 18½”L x 1”W (47 cm x 3 cm), fits
adolescent and adult necks 9-14” (23-35 cm)
REF
8197l Large, 23”L x 1”W (60 cm x 3 cm), fits adult
necks 13-19” (33-48 cm)
REF
8197Xl X-Large, 30”L x 1”W (70 cm x 3 cm), fits
bariatric and adult necks, 16-24” (41-61 cm)
Application Instructions for Tracheal Tube
1. Thread the “hook” end of the tie through one slot of the
tracheostomy tube and attach the “hook” fastener to the
fuzzy side of the neck pad or strap. Make sure entire
fastener is attached as shown in Fig. 2. Slot should be at
least 3/8” wide to allow for easy insertion (Fig. 1).
Intended Use
The Posey Foam Trach Tie is used to hold a tracheal tube or
oxygen cannula in place.
8197 M
Diagram #8197 L (Adult Size)
11"
1 " 1
4
6" 6"
1 " 1
4
Hook & Loop Closure
on both ends
Hook & Loop Closure
on both ends
Soft Foam
3
8
"
6"
8197 M
Diagram #8197 L (Adult Size)
11"
1 " 1
4
6" 6"
1 " 1
4
Hook & Loop Closure
on both ends
Hook & Loop Closure
on both ends
Soft Foam
3
8
"
6"
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 4 - Back of Neck Fig. 3 - Top of Head
2. Bring the foam neck collar behind the patient’s neck and
thread the other “hook” end through the other slot in
the tracheostomy tube.
3. Adjust to fit. A proper fit is achieved when the entire tie
rests smoothly on the neck with no slack. Refer to sizing
table for appropriate size Trach Tie for your patient’s
neck size. DO NOT attach too tightly. Foam should not be
compressed when applied.
4. Secure “hook” fastener to fuzzy side of neck strap or
neck collar (Fig. 2). Make sure entire fastener is attached
as shown in Fig. 2 on both sides.
5. If desired, the neck strap may be knotted to shorten.
DO NOT force tabs through the slot when
removing trach tie. This could cause accidental extubation
or displacement of the tube. If the slot is too small to allow
for easy removal, cut off the hook and loop tab, and pull the
tie gently.
Application Instructions for Oxygen Cannula
Support
1. Position the oxygen cannula as shown in Fig. 3 or Fig. 4.
2. Secure one side of the tie to the oxygen cannula. Make
sure entire fastener is attached as shown in Fig. 3 or Fig. 4.
3. Bring the foam neck collar behind the patient’s neck or
over the patient’s head. Secure the other side of the tie
to the other side of the oxygen cannula, taking care not
to displace the oxygen cannula.
4. Adjust to fit. A proper fit is achieved when the entire tie
rests smoothly on the neck or head with no slack. DO
NOT attach too tightly. Foam should not be compressed
when applied.
5. Secure “hook” fastener to fuzzy side of the tie. Make sure
entire fastener is attached as shown in Fig. 3 or Fig. 4 on
both sides.
6. If desired, the neck strap may be knotted to shorten.
Single patient use.
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Schiffgraben 41
D-30175 Hannover, Germany
EC REP

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