SWICKER® Sponge Instructions for Use
- Using aseptic techniques, peel open package and transfer SWICKER to the sterile field/personnel.
- SWICKER can be used dry for packing or for drying and cleaning a medical device.
- To hydrate the SWICKER, submerge it and squeeze it a few times until it becomes completely saturated in sterile bowl of sterile fluids.
- Fold up or roll up to wring out excess solution into a trash receptacle prior to use.
- SWICKER can be cleaned and reused continuously throughout the procedure by either wringing the blood or body fluids out in a bowl or by using suction to clear the sponge.
- Wring out excess fluid prior to disposal. Dispose of contaminated devices in accordance with hospital policy and regulations for disposal of biohazard medical waste. Non-contaminated, unused devices may be disposed of per hospital guidelines.