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Condition:
- Weight: 2.7 lb
- IV Start Kit, Tegaderm Dressing, (1) Alcohol Prep Pad, (1) PVP Prep Pad, Sterile, 50/cs
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MFR:
Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc.
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 822
- Phone: (631) 435-4711
Frequently asked questions
What essential supplies are included?
The Busse IV Start Kits are comprehensive, latex-free, and designed to provide all essential components for initiating IV access while maintaining sterility until the moment of use in the disposable tray.
Every kit configuration includes the following core supplies:
- (1) Tourniquet
- (2) 2” x 2” Gauze Sponges
- (1) Roll of Tape
Additionally, the kits are available in several configurations, offering specific dressing and antiseptic options to meet varying clinical requirements. Examples of these variant components include:
- Dressing Options: Transparent Dressing or Tegaderm Dressing.
- Antiseptic Options: Alcohol Prep Pad, PVP Prep Pad, Chlorascrub Swab, or ChloraPrep Sepp.
- Securement Option: Posi-Guard Catheter Securement Device (in certain configurations).
Are the Busse IV Start Kits latex-free?
Yes, the Busse IV Start Kits are latex-free, making them suitable for patients and healthcare providers with latex allergies.
What are the comprehensive kit configurations?
Busse IV Start Kits are sterile and latex-free, designed to provide all essential components for initiating IV access. All configurations are sold in 50-count cases and include the base components:
- (1) Tourniquet
- (2) 2” x 2” Gauze Sponges
- (1) Roll Tape
Kits are differentiated by their specific dressings and prep pads, allowing professionals to select the configuration best suited for their procedure:
| Configuration (MPN) | Dressing | Prep Pad/Additional Component | Status/Note |
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| 1 (822) | Transparent Dressing | Chlorascrub Swab, Posi-Guard Catheter Securement Device | Currently on manufacturer backorder. |
| 2 (820) | Tegaderm Dressing | (1) Alcohol Prep Pad, (1) PVP Prep Pad | Available |
| 3 (818) | Tegaderm Dressing | ChloraPrep Sepp | HAZMAT Restriction: Cannot ship via air or to AK, GU, HI, MP, PR, or VI. |
Is a disposable tray included for sterility?
Yes, the Busse IV Start Kits are packaged within a soft, disposable tray designed to protect the integrity of the contents.
This packaging method offers key benefits:
- Maintained Sterility: The tray ensures all components remain sterile right up until the package is opened, supporting safe initiation of IV access.
- Convenience: It holds all essential items—including the tourniquet, two 2” x 2” gauze sponges, and a roll of tape—in one location, streamlining the procedure for medical professionals.
- Safety Assurance: The entire kit is latex-free, accommodating patients and professionals with sensitivities.
Do these kits streamline IV line placement?
Yes, the Busse IV Start Kits are specifically designed for initiating intravenous (IV) lines and are intended to provide a convenient and sterile solution for the procedure.
Key features that streamline the process and ensure safety include:
- Convenient Kit Format: All necessary components (tourniquet, 2” x 2” gauze sponges, roll tape, and potentially specialized dressings/preps, depending on the configuration) are included in one soft, disposable, sterile package.
- Sterility: Contents remain sterile until opened, which supports best practices in infection control.
- Latex-Free: The kits are safe for patients and clinicians with latex sensitivities.
Are these IV Start Kits sterile?
Yes, the Busse IV Start Kits are manufactured and packaged to ensure sterility.
- All components are sterile and ready for immediate use.
- The contents are packed in a soft, disposable tray that maintains sterility until the packaging is opened.
- This sterile packaging is a key feature designed to reduce the risk of contamination when initiating intravenous lines.
Are different IV Start Kit configurations available?
Yes, these latex-free Busse IV Start Kits are available in several configurations, allowing you to choose the combination of dressing and prep pads that best fits your clinical protocol. All kits maintain sterility until opened and include a soft, disposable tray.
Each configuration includes the standard core components:
- (1) Tourniquet
- (2) 2” x 2” Gauze Sponges
- (1) Roll Tape
Configurations vary based on the specific dressing and skin prep components (all supplied 50 kits per case):
| Configuration Details | Dressing Type | Skin Prep | Additional Component | Status Note |
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| Standard Prep (BUS-820) | Tegaderm Dressing | (1) Alcohol Prep Pad & (1) PVP Prep Pad | N/A | Available |
| Advanced Prep (BUS-818) | Tegaderm Dressing | ChloraPrep Sepp | N/A | HAZMAT Shipping Restriction |
| Comprehensive (BUS-822) | Transparent Dressing | Chlorascrub Swab | Posi-Guard Catheter Securement Device | Currently on Manufacturer Backorder |
Important Shipping Restriction: The configuration featuring the ChloraPrep Sepp (BUS-818) is classified as HAZMAT. It cannot be shipped via air or delivered to Alaska (AK), Guam (GU), Hawaii (HI), Northern Mariana Islands (MP), Puerto Rico (PR), or the U.S. Virgin Islands (VI).
Are these sterile IV start kits disposable?
Yes, the Busse IV Start Kits are intended exclusively for single-use procedures.
This is essential for maintaining a sterile environment and ensuring patient safety by preventing cross-contamination. Key features related to disposability include:
- All components (tourniquet, gauze sponges, tape, dressings, and prep pads) are medical disposables.
- The contents are supplied in a soft, disposable tray, which helps preserve the sterility of the items until the package is opened for use.
What essential components are included?
The Busse IV Start Kits are designed for aseptic procedures, featuring a latex-free composition and contents sealed in a soft, disposable tray to maintain sterility until use. All standard configurations of the kit consistently include these essential base components:
- (1) Tourniquet
- (2) 2” x 2” Gauze Sponges
- (1) Roll of Tape
Specific configurations provide additional specialized items necessary for complex procedures. These variable components may include:
- Dressings: Such as Tegaderm or Transparent dressings
- Antiseptic Prep: Options like Alcohol Prep Pads, PVP Prep Pads, Chlorascrub Swabs, or ChloraPrep Sepp
- Securement Devices: Including Posi-Guard Catheter Securement Devices (in specific kits)
Are these IV start kits latex-free?
Yes, these Busse IV Start Kits are latex-free.
This composition is designed to enhance patient safety by minimizing the risk of allergic reactions. Additionally, the kits are packaged in a sterile, soft, disposable tray, ensuring the contents remain contamination-free until opened.