Nutricia flocare - polyurethane nasogastric tube ch 06 light green 110cm

Product Description

The Flocare Nasogastric Tube is a polyurethane (PUR) medical device for long-term enteral nutrition, equipped with an ENFit connector and a lubricated stylet.

Indications

CE Class IIB Medical Device (Directive 93/42/EEC).

Long-term enteral nutrition for tube feeding. The polyurethane (PUR) nasogastric tube for enteral nutrition is equipped with a lubricated stylet. The device is equipped with a male ENFit connector specific for enteral nutrition that allows it to be connected to the female ENFit terminal connector of enteral nutrition sets and syringes in order to avoid improper connections (ISO 80369-3).

Flocare nasogastric tubes are characterized by:

• male ENFit connector with closing cap, compatible with ENFit type syringes and incompatible with other connections (e.g. luer lock) to ensure greater patient safety and avoid improper connections;
• three radiopaque lines that allow you to evaluate the correct positioning of the probe;
• two different graduated notches, blue in color, with intervals of 2 cm and 1 cm;
• end Distal end with two lateral holes and one apical one;
• stylet (=metal guide wire) coated in silicone to facilitate positioning and reinsertion into the probe in order to remove any sediment that could cause obstruction of the probe itself.

The device is latex and phthalate-free.

The product is sterilized by ethylene oxide.

Composition

Nasogastric tube: Polyurethane (PUR); polyurethane is a synthetic material with good compatibility and excellent resistance.
Stylet: Stainless steel coated in silicone.

Method Instructions for use and dosage

The polyurethane/silicone probes must be lubricated only with water or water-soluble gel. The probes must be washed before and after administering meals and medications, at least 3 times a day.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Shelf life in unopened packaging: 60 months.

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