Lesson Plan

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The Genie vial adaptor

“The Genie maintains a normally closed system through three functional areas. 1) Connection of the spike and vial stopper; 2) The balloon within the vial enclosure; and 3) The Clave needle-free connector which is integrated as the access site for syringes. The Genie balloon assists in the equalization of vial pressure when fluid is being aspirated from a medication vial. When the balloon is inflated, air can thereafter pass through the walls of the balloon and into the medication vial over time therefore, maintaining a negative pressure on the vial at all times (ICU Medical, 2011).”

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Reference

ICU Medical, Inc. (2011) Oncology preparation & delivery systems. Retrieved from http://icumed.com/oncology/index.asp#TechSpecs

The Spiros closed male luer adaptor

The Spiros closed male luer adaptor

“The Spiros maintains a normally closed system until it is attached to a needle-free connector and the fluid path is activated. When placed on the end of a syringe or IV tubing, the Spiros will passively remain closed to prevent drips or leaks. In the event of accidental disconnect, the Spiros will automatically return to the closed, or fail-safe position. This feature requires no intervention by the healthcare worker and the function(ICU Medical, 2011).”

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Reference

ICU Medical, Inc. (2011) Oncology preparation & delivery systems. Retrieved from http://icumed.com/oncology/index.asp#TechSpecs

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) accumulated a sample list of major drugs that are considered hazardous in order to establish standard precautions for safe handling. Furthermore, NIOSH recommends healthcare professionals and support staff utilizes precautions such as a CSTD while preparing, transporting, administering and disposing of hazardous drugs (NIOSH, 2004). Please go to the following website to read the full NIOSH alert Pre-Read: NIOSH Alert
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Reference
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (2004). Preventing occupational exposure to antineoplastic and other hazardous drugs in health care settings. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2010-167/pdfs/2010-167.pdf