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Country of Origin: USA
- Weight: 3.65 lb
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Cardinal Health
Ships from MFI Medical
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MPN: 47800
- Phone: (800) 964-5227
Frequently asked questions
What components are included in the standard tray?
The Standard Trach Care Tray (such as SKU CDL-47800) is a sterile, single-use kit designed for comprehensive tracheostomy site maintenance. This configuration includes a removable basin and the following essential items:
- (2) Blue Nitrile Gloves
- Trach Brush
- Drape
- 36-inch Twill Tape (for securement)
- (2) Cotton Tipped Applicators
- (2) Pipe Cleaners
- (4) 4” x 4” Gauze Sponges
Cardinal Health also provides several specialized Standard Tray configurations, including options that contain a 14 FR Suction Catheter, Plastic Forceps, or Hydrogen Peroxide solution, depending on the specific clinical requirement.
Are the tracheostomy care trays sterile?
The majority of the Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Trays are supplied as sterile, single-use kits to ensure aseptic procedure compliance and strict infection control during tracheostomy site care. This includes all Standard Trays, Economy Kits, and Soft Pack Kits.
It is important to note the single exception based on configuration:
- Non-Sterile: The separate Velcro Tracheostomy Tube Holder is explicitly designated as non-sterile and is intended to be purchased and used separately from the sterile tray kits.
Are these care trays sterile and disposable?
Yes, the majority of Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Trays are designed for sterile, single-use application, ensuring safety and convenience for site maintenance. This commitment to sterility helps maintain aseptic procedure compliance.
- Sterility: The kits are packaged as sterile consumables, essential for reducing the risk of infection during care.
- Disposability: Their compact, single-use design streamlines the process for quick deployment and effortless cleanup.
Important Note on Variants
While the tracheostomy care trays themselves are sterile, the specialized accessory variant, the Velcro Tracheostomy Tube Holder, is explicitly marked as non-sterile.
Are these tracheostomy trays comprehensive?
Yes, the Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Trays are designed as comprehensive, sterile, single-use kits intended to provide all the necessary components for standard tracheostomy site maintenance. Their design prioritizes hygiene, convenience, and ease of disposal.
Since there are various configurations available, the specific contents vary widely.
Standard Trach Care Tray (Example Contents)
For example, the Standard Trach Care Tray with a Removable Basin typically includes:
- (2) Blue Nitrile Gloves
- Trach Brush
- Drape
- 36” Twill Tape
- (2) Cotton Tipped Applicators
- (2) Pipe Cleaners
- (4) 4” x 4” Gauze Sponges
- Removable Basin
Specialized Configurations
To meet diverse clinical needs, other configurations are available, which may include supplemental items such as:
- 14 FR Suction Catheter
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Plastic Forceps
Important Note: While most configurations are sterile, the Velcro Tracheostomy Tube Holder variant is explicitly noted as non-sterile.
Are these sterile trays suitable for home care use?
Yes, the Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Trays are specifically designed for convenience and effective airway maintenance in diverse settings.
They are ideally suited for:
- Clinical Settings: Essential for maintaining infection control and aseptic conditions in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.
- Home Health Environments: Their compact, comprehensive, and disposable design makes them perfect for routine tracheostomy site maintenance at home, ensuring quick setup and minimal cleanup.
Their single-use nature and inclusion of all necessary components (like gloves, gauze, and applicators) ensure reliable, convenient, and safe care wherever needed.
Are the included gloves latex-free?
Yes, the standard Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Trays include latex-free nitrile gloves.
For instance, the Standard Trach Care Tray (Removable Basin configuration) includes two blue nitrile gloves, which helps minimize the risk of latex-related allergic reactions for both patients and caregivers.
Are different tracheostomy kit configurations available?
Yes, Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Trays are available in a variety of sterile, single-use configurations designed for complete and convenient site care.
These kits streamline the process by including all necessary components, minimizing the need to source individual items. All sterile trays are manufactured in the USA.
Key Configurations Include:
- Standard Trach Care Trays: These kits are often configured with specialized items based on procedural needs:
- With Removable Basin: Includes essential supplies like Blue Nitrile Gloves, Trach Brush, Twill Tape, Cotton Tipped Applicators, Pipe Cleaners, and Gauze Sponges.
- With 14 FR Suction Catheter: Ideal for procedures requiring tracheal suctioning.
- With Plastic Forceps: Provides necessary instrumentation for material handling.
- With Hydrogen Peroxide: Incorporates cleansing solution directly into the kit.
- Other Kit Options: Additional formats focused on packaging or cost-effectiveness:
- Economy Trach Care Kit
- Soft Pack Trach Care Kit
- Argyle Tracheostomy Care Tray
Note on Non-Sterile Option:
The Velcro Tracheostomy Tube Holder is also available as a configuration option, but it is explicitly designated as a non-sterile accessory, differentiating it from the primary sterile trays.
Does the standard tray include a removable basin?
Yes, the Standard Tracheostomy Care Tray configuration is specifically designed to include a removable basin.
This feature significantly enhances the convenience and organization of tracheostomy care by:
- Facilitating cleanup: It provides a contained space for the organized collection and easy disposal of fluids and used materials.
- Streamlining procedures: It helps maintain an organized area for components during the care process.
What material is the drape made of?
The product information does not specify the material of the drape included in the Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Trays.
What care tray configurations are offered?
Cardinal Health Tracheostomy Care Trays are available in several comprehensive, single-use configurations designed to meet diverse procedural needs. Most kits are sterile.
The primary configurations include:
- Standard Trach Care Trays (20 trays/case): These trays are available with specialized additions:
- Removable Basin: This complete kit includes Blue Nitrile Gloves, a Trach Brush, Drape, Twill Tape, Cotton Tipped Applicators, Pipe Cleaners, and Gauze Sponges.
- 14 FR Suction Catheter
- Plastic Forceps
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Other Kit Formats:
- Economy Trach Care Kit (20 trays/case)
- Soft Pack Trach Care Kit (50 trays/case)
- Argyle Tracheostomy Care Tray (48 trays/case)
Note: A Velcro Tracheostomy Tube Holder is also an available option, sold separately in bulk (100/case), and is explicitly non-sterile.