Smiths Medical 100/322/090 - AIRWAY, GUEDEL, DISP, 9.0CM, EACH
The Smiths Medical 100/322/090 Guedel Airway 9.0 cm is a single-use oropharyngeal airway designed to maintain a clear airway in unconscious or semi-conscious patients. Manufactured with a smooth, rigid structure and anatomically curved profile, this airway supports effective ventilation by preventing tongue obstruction and ensuring consistent airflow during emergency and clinical procedures.
Key Benefits
This Guedel airway offers reliable airway patency with a contoured design that follows natural oral anatomy. The smooth surface minimizes tissue trauma during insertion and removal. Its rigid construction ensures stability, while the bite block feature helps prevent occlusion. The device is color-coded for quick size identification, supporting fast decision-making in critical care environments.
Compatibility and Applications
Compatible with standard resuscitation equipment including bag-valve masks and oxygen delivery systems, this airway is widely used in emergency medicine, anesthesia, and critical care settings. It is suitable for use in hospitals, ambulances, surgical centers, and first responder scenarios where airway management is essential.
Usage Guidelines
Select the appropriate size by measuring from the patients incisors to the angle of the jaw. Insert the airway carefully following standard clinical protocols, ensuring proper placement to avoid airway trauma. The device should only be used in patients without an intact gag reflex and must be monitored continuously during use.
Certifications and Safety Standards
Manufactured in compliance with international medical device standards, this airway meets stringent quality and safety requirements. It is produced under controlled conditions to ensure sterility and reliability in clinical use.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared to alternative oropharyngeal airways, the Smiths Medical Guedel Airway stands out for its consistent quality, smooth finish, and reliable structural integrity. Its precise sizing and color-coding system enhance usability, making it a preferred choice among healthcare professionals for dependable airway management.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is commonly used by emergency medical technicians, anesthesiologists, paramedics, and critical care teams. It is ideal for airway maintenance during resuscitation, pre-hospital care, operating room procedures, and intensive care unit support.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
As a single-use device, the airway should be discarded after one use to maintain hygiene and prevent cross-contamination. Store in a clean, dry environment and inspect packaging before use to ensure sterility is intact. Always follow institutional protocols for disposal of medical waste.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This device is intended for professional medical use only. Proper training in airway management is required before use. Incorrect placement or use in patients with an active gag reflex may result in complications. Always follow clinical guidelines and manufacturer instructions.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 100/322/090 AIRWAY, GUEDEL, DISP, 9.0CM, EACH, and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
