Description

The 3M Bair Hugger Warming Blanket is an essential tool in maintaining patient normothermia throughout the perioperative process. Designed for single-use, this innovative blanket employs advanced forced-air warming technology to prevent and treat unintended perioperative hypothermia, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in surgical and critical care settings.

Key Features

• Flexible Design: The blanket features a full-body design with two resealable hose ports, allowing for versatile positioning to suit various surgical needs. Its large surgical access window, measuring 13.5” x 22” (34 cm x 56 cm), includes integrated adhesive for secure and convenient access.

• Enhanced Patient Safety: Equipped with an attached clear head drape, the blanket retains warm air around the intubated patient’s head, while a foot drape minimizes the risk of thermal injury to the feet and lower legs. Uniform convective warming is achieved through strategically placed perforations.

• Comfortable Material: Made from soft, lightweight, and latex-free material, the blanket provides comfort without compromising safety, as it does not contain natural dry rubber latex.

Operational Guidelines

For optimal results, it is recommended to prewarm patients for at least 10 minutes on the highest setting before anesthesia. Warming should continue during surgery and postoperatively until the patient reaches thermal comfort. The system offers preset fan settings and temperature controls at 32°C, 38°C, 43°C, and ambient, requiring frequent monitoring to prevent hyperthermia or thermal injury.

Intended Use

The Bair Hugger Warming Blanket is suitable for use during a wide range of surgical procedures, including spinal, abdominal, hip, and pelvic surgeries. It is compatible with 3M Bair Hugger Warming Units, such as models 675 and 775, and is appropriate for both adult and pediatric patients. Use by trained medical professionals is advised to ensure proper application and monitoring.

Environmental and Safety Considerations

Supporting greener healthcare practices, the blanket is designed for single use, while the warming unit should be cleaned and stored after each use. Comprehensive instructions, indications, and safety information accompany the product and should be reviewed prior to use.

Dimensions

• Width: 83.86 in (213 cm)
• Length: 35.83 in (91 cm)

The 3M Bair Hugger Warming Blanket is a vital component of the 3M Bair Hugger Temperature Management Solutions, complementing other offerings such as warming units, gowns, and temperature monitoring systems with zero heat flux technology for accurate, non-invasive core temperature measurement.