Smiths Medical 100/324/100 - 10.0CM BERMAN AIRWAY 10/CA
The Smiths Medical 100/324/100 Berman Airway is a 10.0 cm oropharyngeal airway designed to maintain a clear and open airway in unconscious or semi-conscious patients. Engineered with a dual-channel design, this Berman airway allows for efficient airflow while enabling suction catheter access without interruption. Its rigid yet smooth construction ensures dependable airway patency while minimizing trauma during insertion and use. Supplied in convenient case packaging, it is well-suited for hospitals, emergency settings, and critical care environments.
Key Benefits
The dual-channel structure supports continuous airflow and facilitates easy suctioning. The smooth, rounded edges reduce the risk of soft tissue damage during insertion. Its rigid design helps prevent airway collapse, ensuring consistent oxygen delivery. The device is easy to insert and remove, making it reliable for rapid airway management. The standardized sizing improves clinical accuracy and patient safety.
Compatibility and Applications
This oropharyngeal airway is compatible with standard resuscitation equipment, including bag valve masks and suction devices. It is widely used in emergency medicine, anesthesia, and critical care settings. Suitable for airway management during resuscitation, post-operative recovery, and unconscious patient support, it provides consistent performance across a range of clinical scenarios.
Usage Guidelines
Select the appropriate size based on patient anatomy to ensure effective airway management. Insert the airway carefully following established clinical protocols, typically with the curvature aligned or rotated during insertion depending on practitioner preference. Monitor the patient continuously to confirm airway patency and proper placement. Remove promptly once the patient regains protective airway reflexes.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical Berman Airway is manufactured in compliance with recognized medical device quality standards. It meets applicable regulatory requirements for safety, sterility, and performance, ensuring consistent reliability in clinical environments.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared to traditional Guedel airways, the Berman airway offers the advantage of side channels that allow suctioning without removing the device. This improves workflow efficiency during airway management. Its durable construction and smooth finish provide a balance of strength and patient comfort, making it a preferred choice in many clinical settings.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is commonly used by emergency medical technicians, anesthesiologists, critical care nurses, and respiratory therapists. It is ideal for use in emergency departments, ambulances, operating rooms, and intensive care units where rapid and reliable airway management is essential.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Use a new airway for each patient to maintain hygiene and prevent cross-contamination. Store in a clean, dry environment and inspect packaging integrity before use. Follow institutional protocols for disposal after use. Ensure staff are trained in proper sizing and insertion techniques to maximize patient safety.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This device is intended for single-patient use and should be used by trained healthcare professionals. Improper sizing or insertion may cause airway obstruction or injury. Always follow clinical guidelines and manufacturer instructions when using this product.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 100/324/100 10.0CM BERMAN AIRWAY 10/CA, 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.
