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Site~Rite*5
Ultrasound System
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SterileProbeCover
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UltrasoundGuidanceforVascularAccess
To use the Site~Rite 5 system for vascular access:
1. Drape the probe for sterile use. Refer to instructions in Section 4.2.
2. Attach a needle guide to the probe.
3. Slide the appropriately sized needle, beveled edge facing the probe, into the channel on the guide.
4. Place the probe against the skin, perpendicular to the target vessel.
5. Hold the probe so that the side with the needle guide hook points away from the heart.
6. Center the dot markers on the target vessel.
7. While keeping the dot markers centered on the target vessel, slowly advance the needle while looking at
the screen of the Site~Rite 5 scanner. When the needle approaches the target vessel, you should see the
anterior wall indenting. Once puncture occurs, the vessel returns to normal shape.
8. Hold the needle, then gently rock the probe away from the need for a smooth separation. The needle
guide channel opens, and the needle smoothly disengages from the guide.
To purchase Needle Guides and sterile plastic Probe Covers, contact Bard Access Systems' Customer Service at:
Customer Service: (800) 545-0890 www.bardaccess.com
For instructions on the proper use of the Site~Rite Needle Guides, refer to the Site~Rite* Needle Guide Kits & Ultrasound
Probe Cover Kits Instructions for Use.
Warning:
When using Site~Rite Needle Guides on the Site~Rite probe, use only sterile, legally marketed plastic probe
covers that are 1 mil (0.001 inch or 0.0254 mm) thick.