Ask The Pros Archive:

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Kinesio Scissors,401ENKMM

Question
would these scissors work well with clothing, etc? I work in an emergency department - cutting clothing off patients etc in trauma situations. I'm looking for a more durable pair of scissors. I've gone through several pair of EMT scissors and they just don't last long.

Answer

We would actually recommend our Bergmann Medical Scissors.  These are a high quality scissor meant for cutting through both bandages and clothing.

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Prohibit Face Masks, Fluid Resistant with Shield,LE01472NONDM

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IS THE SAFETH GLASS PART ANSI COMPLIANT?

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Unfortunately, this mask is not ANSI compliant.

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Highback Backrest,201FBOMM

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I NEED A BACKREST LIKE THIS THAT WILL PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR LOWER BACK AND NECK. DO YOU HAVE A COMBO BACK REST?

Answer

Highback Backrest comes with an extended head and neck section provides added support, protection and comfort and also includes a patented, removable and adjustable lumbar pad/headrest that provides additional support for the lower back and cervical areas.

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Nylatex Wraps - 2 1/2 in x 48 in,6021CHT

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I'm looking for a wrap for an elbow/arm to maintain warmth without a heating pack; something almost like a blanket, but including something that would hold the wrap on securely to be used in a 3T MRI scanner, thus NO metal clasps. Would this product do the job considering the material?

Answer

This item has no metal clasps on it, so it should be suitable for use in an MRI, however it may not provide utmost comfort.

If you're simply needing something for maintaining warmth of the elbow, we may suggest a heel/elbow protector.

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Anti-Embolism Stockings Knee Length, Medium, Regular, Open Toe,P445061SDMMD

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What is the amount of pressure compression of these stockings? How are these different from the other brands--like the standard Kendall teds?

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These Anti-Embolism Stockings all have the compression of 16-18 mm Hg.

The main difference is simply the manufacturer, this item compares to:

Jobst: 111406
Nylon Kendall: 7115
Cotton Kendall: 6133
Carolon: 521CAP
Cardinal Health: 23640-140
Zimmer: 2040-08
Albahealth: 453-02

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Bariatric wheelchair

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I have a friend who is very large, probably 400+ lbs. She is also very poor, and the wheelchair she's been using is a mess. The tires have shredded, but she had nothing else. I'm searching out possibilities to provide her with a good used bariatric wheelchair. What options are out there? What price range can I expect? Is there a donation program connected with your company?

Answer

Unfortunately, we do not have any type of used wheelchairs in our inventory nor do we have a donation program.  However, we have some options that may be less expensive than most. 

The least expensive option we have is simply a Bariatric Transport Chair which has small front and rear wheels, however it has a weight capacity of 450lbs.

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Adult Compartment Compressor Nebulizer System,0006QMMEDQ

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What percentage of medication is dispersed during inhalation. I have a portable machine that only 65% of the medication is inhaled.Thank You,Leonora

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Specifications

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Wertheim-Cullen Pedicle Clamp, 8-1/2in, Right Angle Jaws, 2in Long,528-529FSI

Question
I am looking for a clamp like this one, however I would like it to have a smooth jaw...no serations.

Answer

Unfortunately, we do not have a non-serrated version of this instrument.  The links below are the most similar option, less serrations.

Debakey Tangenital Occlusion Clamps
 

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Lightweight 1-Ply Blockade Surgeons Gowns,L290210TDMMD

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Need to know if this Surgeon Gown is made of polyester and cotton.ThanksDiana Blazquez

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Thank you for the inquiry.  Lightweight 1-Ply Blockade Surgeons Gowns  fabric is a taffeta weave produced with untwisted continuous filament polyester. Constructed of 99% polyester/1% carbon.

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300 Series Surgical Magnification Loupes,X003SPM

Question
which strength of magnification is best?I have 6/6 vision without glasses

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The best magnification on our Surgical Magnification Loupes is our 350 Series which has a magnification of 3.5x.