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- Weight: 0.55 lb
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Cardinal Health
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 8888162008
- Phone: (800) 964-5227
Frequently asked questions
Is this CPAP kit designed for neonates?
Yes, the Cardinal Health Argyle CPAP Nasal Cannula Kit is specifically designed for providing CPAP therapy to neonates (newborn infants).
The design includes several features optimized for this patient population:
- Sizing: Kits are categorized based on infant weight, ensuring appropriate sizing for the smallest patients (e.g., under 1000g, 1000-1500g, and over 1500g).
- Materials & Fit: The core component uses all silicone material for patient comfort and features carefully angled nares for precise and effective delivery.
- Security: Optional configurations include a cushioned fabric Baby Bonnet Security Cap secured with hook and loop straps for safe and stable placement.
Are high-quality materials used?
Yes, high-quality materials are used to prioritize comfort and safety for neonates.
- CPAP Component: The core CPAP nasal cannula is constructed entirely from all-silicone material. This ensures maximum patient comfort and biocompatibility, which is essential for delicate skin.
- Security Cap (Optional): If you select the configuration that includes the Baby Bonnet Security Cap, it is made from cushioned fabric and secured using hook and loop straps for gentle yet secure placement.
Are the Argyle CPAP Nasal Cannula Kits sterile?
Yes, the core component of the Cardinal Health Argyle CPAP Nasal Cannula Kit is supplied sterile. This is crucial for maintaining safety and hygiene standards in neonatal respiratory care settings like NICUs. The kits are packaged 10 units per case.
What neonatal sizes are available?
The Cardinal Health Argyle CPAP Nasal Cannula Kit offers three specialized sizes designed to provide an optimized fit for CPAP delivery based on the infant’s weight:
- X-Small: For infants weighing under 1,000 grams.
- Small: For infants weighing between 1,000 and 1,500 grams.
- Large: For infants weighing over 1,500 grams.
This specialized sizing is a key feature, ensuring appropriate and tailored respiratory support for various neonatal weight classes.
What components are included in the CPAP kit?
The kit contents depend on whether the standard configuration or the security cap configuration is selected, but all units are supplied sterile and packaged 10 units per case (10/cs).
Standard Components (Included in all kits):
- All-Silicone Nasal Cannula: Constructed entirely from silicone, featuring carefully angled nares for appropriate placement in nasal delivery.
- 15mm Connectors: Color-coded and set in a single, forward orientation for a standardized interface connection.
Optional Components (Included in ‘with cap’ kits only):
If you choose the CPAP Kit with Baby Bonnet Security Cap, it includes all standard components plus the following:
- Cushioned Fabric Baby Bonnet Security Cap: Utilizes hook and loop straps for added stability, helping to securely hold the cannula in the proper position on the infant’s head.
Is this a specialized neonatal cannula kit?
Yes, the Cardinal Health Argyle CPAP Nasal Cannula Kit is meticulously engineered for respiratory support specifically in neonatal and low-weight pediatric patients.
Its design focuses on safety, comfort, and precise fit:
- Material: The core CPAP unit is made entirely of all-silicone material for maximum comfort and gentleness on fragile infant skin.
- Precision Sizing: The kit offers a complete range of sizes based on specific infant weight categories for optimal therapeutic fit:
- X-Small (under 1000 grams)
- Small (1000–1500 grams)
- Large (over 1500 grams)
- Secure Options: In addition to carefully angled nares, kits are available with an optional Baby Bonnet Security Cap (cushioned fabric with hook and loop straps) to ensure stable and secure placement.
All kits are supplied sterile for clinical use.
Do the connectors ensure a stable fit?
Yes, the connection system and overall design are specifically tailored for stable and secure placement, essential for neonatal CPAP therapy. The stability is achieved through several features:
- Reliable Connection: The cannula utilizes standardized 15mm color-coded connectors with a single, forward orientation for reliable and quick attachment to the CPAP circuit.
- Comfortable & Secure Fit: The core cannula unit is made from all-silicone material and incorporates carefully angled nares, ensuring an optimal, stable, and compliant seal against the infant’s skin.
- Optional Security: For enhanced retention, kits are available that include a cushioned fabric Baby Bonnet Security Cap with adjustable hook and loop straps to securely maintain the cannula’s position.
Does the baby bonnet security cap offer comfort and security?
Yes, the Baby Bonnet Security Cap (available with specific kit configurations) is designed to ensure a secure and comfortable fit for the infant.
It features:
- Cushioned fabric: Provides comfort against the neonate’s skin.
- Hook and loop straps: Allows for reliable and adjustable fastening, helping to maintain secure placement of the CPAP nasal cannula.
How many kits are included in a case?
The Cardinal Health Argyle CPAP Nasal Cannula Kits are packaged and sold in bulk. Each case contains 10 units (10/cs).
What is the largest available kit size?
The largest size in the Cardinal Health Argyle CPAP Nasal Cannula Kit range is designated as Large.
This size is tailored for neonates weighing over 1500 grams (1.5 kg).
The kits are available in a comprehensive range of weight specifications:
- X-Small: For babies under 1000 grams.
- Small: For babies 1000 - 1500 grams.
- Large: For babies over 1500 grams.