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


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Using the SmartSite® positive bolus needle-free valve

1. Prepare Valve

  • Prior to every access, always swab the top of the SmartSite® positive bolus needle-free valve port with a sterile 70% isopropyl alcohol wipe (1-2 seconds) and allow to dry (approximately 30 seconds). Use of proper aseptic technique helps to reduce the possibility of contamination.
  • For multiple syringes, swab prior to each syringe access.

2. Attach Syringe

  • Insert the syringe tip into the SmartSite® positive bolus needle-free valve.
  • If syringe has a luer-lock collar, turn syringe clockwise to secure the connection.
  • If syringe has a slip luer, insert and rotate 1/4 turn to secure the connection. Inject or aspirate fluid. Do not leave slip luer syringes unattended.

Important: Do not use needles or blunt cannulas to access the SmartSite® positive bolus needle-free valve.