Intravenous Catheter Timing Device
OwnerGlennah D. Hartinventor
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Abstract
The invention designed as a means for indication that an in-use intravenous catheter is within prescribed safe time limits for the prevention of healthcare acquired infections. The device consists of an indicator light and timer integrated with an angiocath.
Claims7
An intravenous catheter timing device comprising a timing subsystem, an activation strip, a power source and two different colored Light Emitting Diodes (LED) inside a translucent case which is attached to an angiocath.
A method of preventing hospital acquired infections and phlebitis at the site of an intravenous iv catheter by utilizing a device comprising a timer and LED indicator capable of displaying at least two different colors to indicate whether the intravenous iv has been in use within the prescribed safe zone period of time or whether the usage has extended beyond the safe zone period of time.
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