Smiths Medical 340070 - AIRWAY, NASOPHARYNGEAL, 7MM ID, 9.5MM OD, EACH

The Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway is a clinical airway management device designed to help maintain an open airway through the nasal passage in appropriate patients. With a 7mm internal diameter and 9.5mm outer diameter, this nasopharyngeal airway supports reliable airflow access when oral airway placement is not suitable or when a less invasive airway adjunct is preferred.

Supplied as an individual unit, the Smiths Medical 340070 airway is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in emergency care, anesthesia, respiratory support, procedural areas, and other clinical environments where airway patency must be maintained quickly and effectively.

Key Benefits

• 7mm internal diameter supports effective airflow management in suitable patients.
• 9.5mm outer diameter provides a clearly defined size for clinical selection and inventory control.
• Designed for nasopharyngeal placement when oral airway access may not be ideal.
• Useful in emergency response, perioperative care, procedural sedation, and respiratory support settings.
• Individual packaging supports convenient ordering, stocking, and point-of-care availability.
• Helps clinicians maintain airway patency while following established airway management protocols.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway is compatible with standard clinical airway management practices where a 7mm ID nasopharyngeal airway is indicated. It may be used in hospitals, emergency departments, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care settings, respiratory therapy departments, and emergency medical service environments.

Common applications include supporting airway patency in patients who require a nasal airway adjunct, assisting during clinical assessment, supporting ventilation readiness, and helping maintain an open airway when patient condition and facility protocol allow nasopharyngeal airway use.

Usage Guidelines

This product should be selected, inserted, and monitored only by trained healthcare professionals. Clinicians should confirm the appropriate size based on patient anatomy, clinical condition, and institutional airway management guidelines before use.

• Inspect the package and device before use and do not use if the product appears damaged or compromised.
• Confirm that the 7mm ID and 9.5mm OD size is appropriate for the patient.
• Follow facility protocol for lubrication, insertion technique, patient monitoring, and airway reassessment.
• Do not force insertion if resistance is encountered.
• Monitor the patient continuously for airway effectiveness, tolerance, oxygenation, and signs of complications.
• Dispose of the product according to facility policy and applicable medical waste procedures.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway is intended for professional healthcare use and should be handled in accordance with applicable clinical standards, manufacturer instructions, and facility policies. Users should review the product packaging and documentation for lot information, expiration details, storage requirements, and any applicable regulatory markings.

Healthcare facilities should ensure that airway adjuncts are stored, selected, and used under approved protocols for patient safety, infection prevention, and emergency readiness.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with general airway adjunct options, the Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway offers a clearly specified 7mm ID and 9.5mm OD size, making it suitable for facilities that require consistent product identification and reliable airway inventory management. Smiths Medical airway products are commonly used in clinical environments where dependable sizing, familiar handling, and availability are important purchasing factors.

For buyers comparing nasopharyngeal airway options, key considerations include size range, packaging format, clinical familiarity, supply reliability, ease of stocking, and compatibility with existing airway management protocols.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is typically used by emergency physicians, anesthesiologists, respiratory therapists, nurses, paramedics, and other trained clinical staff responsible for airway support. It is suitable for acute care departments and clinical teams that maintain airway carts, emergency kits, anesthesia supplies, and respiratory care inventory.

Typical scenarios include emergency airway support, pre-procedure preparation, recovery room monitoring, respiratory distress assessment, and situations where maintaining nasal airway access is clinically appropriate.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store the product in a clean, dry area according to the conditions listed on the packaging.
• Rotate stock regularly to help maintain current inventory and reduce expired supplies.
• Keep multiple airway sizes available so clinicians can select the most appropriate option for each patient.
• Verify size, packaging integrity, and expiration before placing the airway into clinical use.
• Document use according to facility policy and patient care requirements.
• Use only as directed by trained personnel and in accordance with established airway management procedures.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 340070 Nasopharyngeal Airway should be used only for its intended clinical purpose and only by qualified healthcare professionals. Patient assessment is essential before use, especially when nasal trauma, obstruction, bleeding risk, or contraindications may be present.

Always follow the manufacturer instructions for use, applicable facility protocols, and local regulatory requirements. Any adverse event, product concern, or suspected device issue should be reported through the appropriate institutional and regulatory channels.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 340070 AIRWAY, NASOPHARYNGEAL, 7MM ID, 9.5MM OD, 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.