Why is Skin Prep Used before Surgery?
5780Using skin preparation or skin prep before a medical procedure is crucial for several reasons.
View details2%CHG 70%IPA Chlorhexidine Gluconate Skin Prep, 5ml Chlorhexidine Swabs, Antiseptic Applicator
Skin Prep Swab Applicator 3, 5, 6 ml- CHG applicator is excellent at reducing skin bacteria.
- Long-lasting activity, fast sterilization, no skin irritation
- Remains active in protein-rich biomaterials.
- No glass and do not require activation before use.
- Eliminate the need for forceps, gauze swabs, bowls, and bottled solutions.
Prefilled Solution Formula:
2% w/v CHG + 70% v/v IPA Antiseptic Solution
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Other Antiseptic Solution Composition (Customizable)
- 0.5% wƒv CHG ( ChIorhexidine GIuconate ) + 70% vƒv IPA (IsopropyI AIcohoI)
- 3.15% wƒv CHG ( ChIorhexidine GIuconate ) + 70% vƒv IPA (IsopropyI AIcohoI)
- 4.0% wƒv CHG ( ChIorhexidine GIuconate ) + 70% vƒv IPA (IsopropyI AIcohoI)
- Povidone Iodine USP 10% wƒv (EquivaIent to 1% TitratabIe Iodine)
Specification of Antiseptic CHG Prep Swab
| Item No. | CHG Solution | Skin Covering Area | Total Swab Length | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CY-260-2C71 | 26 ml | >8.0″×8.0″ | 8.62″ (219mm) | Press-down |
| CY-105-2C71 | 10.5 ml | <8.0″×8.0″ | 170mm (6.69″) | Press-down |
| CY-050-2C71 | 5 ml | >4.0″×4.0″ | / | Scerew-down |
| CY-030-2C71 | 3 ml | ≈4.0″×4.0″ | / | Scerew-down |
NOTE: The red solution makes it easy to distinguish the disinfected area, and all models can be configured with a colored disinfectant solution.
Features of Chlorhexidine Gluconate Skin Prep
Rapid-acting: Chlorhexidine holds better immediate antimicrobial activity.
Persistent: CHG Applicators keep antimicrobial activity for at least 48 hours.
Broad-spectrum: MRSA, VRE, CRE, Clostridium Difficile, and Acinetobacter.
Aseptic technique: The Applicators reduce the risk of direct hand-to-patient contact.
Active in protein-rich biomaterials: Remains active in the presence of blood and serum.
Friction scrub: Applicators promote gentle friction scrub to make CHG solution penetrate the first five layers of the stratum corneum where 80% of skin-dwelling microorganisms reside.
Instructions for Using CHG Swab
Peel the pouch to remove the handle, simply pull the ring collar to activate and release antiseptic solution, apply the foam tip on the insertion site.
Step 1
Pull and remove the ring collar lock from the handle, do not touch the foam pad.
Step 2
Press down to activate and release the antiseptic solution to the foam pad.
Step 3
Wet the treatment area with antiseptic, using gentle back-and-forth strokes.
Applications of Antiseptic CHG Swab
- Pre-injection & Preoperative Procedure.
- Peripheral lV insertions and restarts.
- Dialysis procedures Routine venipunctures.
- Percutaneous device insertions Simple biopsies.
- Vascular Access Insertion & Maintenance.
- Routine catheter maintenance Arterial blood gas collections.
- surgical site cleansing after suturing.
- Arterial venous fistulas (AVF)/arterial-venous graphs (AVG).
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