SmartSite® needle-free system
Topic 2: SmartSite® positive bolus needle-free valve

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Topic Objectives

In this topic you will learn how to use the SmartSite® positive bolus needle-free valve (Model 3000E). The SmartSite® positive bolus needle-free valve protects you and your patients by providing needle-free access to IV systems, as well as the following benefits:

• Lipid resistant
• MRI compatible (no metal parts)
• High flow rates
• Diameter of fluid path equivalent to 18 gauge needle
• Passive system, highest level of needle-free legislative compliance
• A positive bolus dose to help reduce retrograde flow into the catheter lumen
• Flat, easy to swab surface
• Straight through fluid plath (non-tortuous)
• Latex-free
• DEHP-free