Description
The BD SafetyGlide™ Shielding Hypodermic Needle (Ref 305901) is a safety-engineered device designed to minimize the risk of needle-stick injuries. Featuring BD's Activation Assist™ technology, it allows for fast, easy, single-handed shielding of the needle tip immediately after injection. The integrated safety mechanism is securely attached to the needle and provides a visual and audible click to confirm the shield is locked in place.
Identification
Product Identifier: SafetyGlide Shielding Hypodermic Needle
Product Code: 305901
Brand: BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company)
Gauge: 25G
Needle Length: 5/8" (1.6 cm)
Hub Color: Orange (ISO standard for 25G)
Wall Type: Regular wall
Bevel: Regular bevel
Packaging: 50/box, 10 boxes/case (500 total)
Key Benefits
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Safety engineering: Integrated safety shield permanently attached to the needle to prevent accidental needlesticks.
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Activation assist: Designed for single-handed activation, allowing caregivers to keep one hand on the patient.
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Patient comfort: Features BD PrecisionGlide™ needle technology for smooth insertion and patient comfort.
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Visual confirmation: The safety arm locks with a visible and audible click, ensuring the needle is safely covered.
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Versatility: Luer-Lok™ hub ensures secure connection to any standard luer lock syringe.
Applications
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Injections: Subcutaneous or intramuscular injections (depending on patient size and site).
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Vaccinations: Commonly used for vaccine administration due to the 25G size.
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Medication delivery: General administration of medications requiring a fine gauge needle.
Usage Guidelines
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Attachment: Twist the needle onto a Luer-Lok syringe.
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Sheath removal: Pull the protective sheath straight off to avoid damaging the needle point.
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Injection: Administer medication according to standard protocol.
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Activation: Immediately after withdrawal, push the safety lever/arm forward with a finger or thumb until an audible click is heard and the needle tip is completely covered.
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Disposal: Dispose of the entire unit in an approved sharps container.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
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Sterile: Gamma irradiated or EtO sterilized (check package).
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Latex-free: Not made with natural rubber latex.
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DNase/RNase free.
Comparison with Competitor Products
The Activation Assist technology is often cited as being easier to use with one hand compared to other hinged-cap safety needles that may require a hard surface to activate.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
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Nurses, phlebotomists, and healthcare professionals: Administering injections in hospitals, clinics, and vaccination centers.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
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Activation: Always activate the safety mechanism immediately after use, before discarding.
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Single use: Do not attempt to recap or reuse.