IV tube support assembly
US5265822A · kind A · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 13, 1992 |
| Grant date | Nov 30, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2701/5122
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An assembly for supporting and storing an intravenous supply tube and coupling device having a septum includes an elliptical body capable of having the tubing wound thereon and first and second flanges extending radially outwardly from the body. Each flange includes one or more slots for removably receiving the tubing and securing the tubing in place. The assembly is able to hold the tubing and coupling in place while a hypodermic needle is inserted into the coupling to shield the operator's hand to thereby reduce the risk of injury to the operator. In further embodiments two or more assemblies are coupled together in a ganged fashion.
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