Draping The Probe For Sterile Use - Bard Site-Rite 6 Instructions For Use Manual

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Site~Rite * 6 Ultrasound System
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Draping the Probe for Sterile Use

When using the Site~Rite* 6 Ultrasound System probe in a sterile environment, the probe and part
of the probe cable must be covered with a sterile, acoustically transparent plastic probe cover.
Warning: Use only sterile, legally marketed plastic probe covers that are 1 mil (0.001 inch or
0.0254 mm) thick.
Caution: Some commercially available probe covers contain latex. Natural rubber latex may
cause allergic reactions. Refer to the US FDA alert titled: "Medical Alert: Allergic Reactions to La-
tex-Containing Medical Devices", issued March 29, 1991. Bard Access Systems distributes sterile
probe covers and needle guide kits that do not contain latex.
To purchase sterile plastic probe covers, contact Bard Access Systems' Customer Service at:
Customer Service: (800) 545-0890
www.bardaccess.com
To drape the probe for sterile use:
1. Place the probe in the side arm probe holder on the roll stand.
2. Apply a layer of non-sterile ultrasonic coupling gel on the acoustic window of the probe head.
3. Make sure that the probe cover is fully rolled up.
4. Place the probe cover over the probe head, being careful not to wipe off the coupling gel.
5. Cover the probe and cable with the probe cover.
6. Smooth the probe cover over the acoustic window of the probe head to remove any air bubbles
or folds in the sheath.
7. Use the latex free poly-bands to hold the probe cover in place.
8. Apply a layer of sterile coupling gel to the covered acoustic window.