Description

The Self-Cleaning, Covered Yankauer by Avanos (Ballard™) is an innovative medical suction device designed to enhance hygiene and efficiency during oral care and various medical procedures. Its primary function is to effectively remove secretions while minimizing the risk of contamination and cross-infection.

Key Features

• Self-Cleaning Mechanism: Equipped with a retractable sleeve and valve system, this device employs PEEP seal technology to clean the shaft after each use, ensuring it remains drier and cleaner between applications.

• Protective Covered Design: The yankauer is enclosed by a protective sleeve when not in use, safeguarding it from ambient contaminants and accidental exposure to bodily fluids.

• Advanced Valve System: Features cross-cut flaps that open during use and close to enclose the tip when not in use, effectively wiping secretions from the device.

• High-Flow Atraumatic Tip: Designed with multiple holes for quick and evenly distributed suction, enhancing patient comfort.

Material and Safety

• Latex-Free Construction: Made from materials such as polyethylene, PVC, silicone, and other medical-grade plastics to reduce allergy risks.

• Single-Use Design: Intended for single-patient use, it is disposable and can be sterilized using standard medical methods.

Usability

Lightweight and portable, this device is user-friendly and suitable for various clinical settings, including hospitals, clinics, emergency services, and home healthcare. It is particularly beneficial for patients unable to clear secretions due to impaired cough reflex or swallowing difficulties.

Hygiene Benefits

The Self-Cleaning, Covered Yankauer significantly reduces the risk of cross-contamination, maintaining sterility between uses on the same patient and preventing the transfer of microorganisms or viruses.

Packaging

Typically supplied in boxes of 25 units, the device should be disposed of after use according to medical waste protocols, ensuring adherence to hygiene standards.