Smiths Medical 340070 - AIRWAY NASOPHARYNGEAL 29FR PVC STERILE DISPOSABLE (10/CS)

The Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway is a sterile, disposable PVC airway designed to help maintain a patent nasal airway during clinical care. Sized at 29FR, this nasopharyngeal airway is commonly used when oral airway placement is not suitable or when nasal airway support is preferred by trained healthcare professionals.

Made from medical-grade PVC, the airway is intended for single-patient use and supports consistent airway management in emergency, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, and acute care settings. Supplied as 10 per case, it is a practical option for hospitals, surgical departments, emergency response teams, and clinical facilities that require dependable airway supplies.

Key Benefits

• 29FR size supports airway management for appropriate patient needs.
• Sterile packaging helps support infection control protocols.
• Disposable design reduces the risk of cross-contamination between patients.
• PVC construction offers flexibility for nasal insertion when used according to clinical guidelines.
• Designed to help maintain nasal airway patency in emergency and procedural care.
• Supplied 10 per case for convenient clinical inventory management.
• Suitable for use by trained healthcare providers in controlled medical environments.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway is intended for use in airway management situations where nasal airway access is clinically appropriate. It may be used in emergency departments, operating rooms, recovery areas, intensive care units, ambulatory surgical centers, respiratory therapy departments, and pre-hospital care environments.

This airway is compatible with standard clinical airway management workflows and may be used as part of patient stabilization, procedural preparation, post-anesthesia recovery, or respiratory support protocols. Selection of the correct airway size should be based on patient anatomy, clinical assessment, and facility guidelines.

Usage Guidelines

Use of the Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway should be performed only by trained healthcare professionals. Before use, inspect the sterile package for damage, confirm the correct size, and follow the facility protocol for airway assessment and insertion technique.

Lubrication may be required according to clinical practice and the product instructions for use. Insert carefully through the nasal passage using proper technique to minimize patient discomfort and tissue irritation. After placement, confirm airway patency and monitor the patient according to standard clinical procedures.

This product is intended for single-patient use only. Do not reuse, reprocess, or resterilize unless specifically permitted by the manufacturer instructions.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway is designed for professional medical use and should be handled in accordance with applicable healthcare facility standards, infection prevention policies, and airway management guidelines. Users should always refer to the product packaging and manufacturer instructions for current regulatory, sterility, and safety information.

Healthcare facilities should verify that the product meets their internal purchasing, clinical, and compliance requirements before use. Proper storage, inspection, and disposal practices should be followed to maintain product integrity and patient safety.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with general-purpose nasopharyngeal airways, the Smiths Medical 340070 offers the reliability of a recognized medical airway product designed for sterile, disposable clinical use. Its PVC construction provides flexibility, while the single-use format supports infection control and consistent patient care practices.

For facilities comparing airway products, key considerations include size availability, sterility, material quality, ease of insertion, packaging format, case quantity, clinical familiarity, and manufacturer reputation. The 29FR size and 10 per case supply format make this product suitable for departments that require dependable airway inventory for routine and urgent care needs.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is typically used by emergency physicians, anesthesiologists, respiratory therapists, nurses, paramedics, and other trained healthcare professionals involved in airway management. It is suitable for clinical teams that need sterile disposable airway devices for patient stabilization, procedural support, and respiratory care.

Common application scenarios include emergency airway support, post-operative recovery monitoring, respiratory therapy support, procedural sedation support, and situations where maintaining nasal airway patency is clinically indicated. Patient assessment and correct sizing remain essential for safe and effective use.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway in a clean, dry area away from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Keep the product in its original packaging until ready for use to help preserve sterility.

Before use, confirm the airway size, check the expiration date where applicable, and inspect the packaging for signs of damage or compromise. After use, dispose of the device according to facility policy and applicable medical waste regulations.

Staff should be trained in proper airway sizing, insertion technique, patient monitoring, and complication recognition. Maintaining adequate stock levels of multiple airway sizes can help support rapid response during emergency care.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway should be used only by qualified healthcare professionals and only when clinically appropriate. Follow all manufacturer instructions, facility protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements for sterile medical devices.

Do not use if the package is opened, damaged, or contaminated. Do not reuse on multiple patients. Improper sizing or insertion may cause patient discomfort, nasal trauma, bleeding, or airway complications. Patient condition should be monitored throughout use, and the device should be removed or replaced according to clinical judgment and facility policy.

How to Order

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