I-WARM Fluid Warmer
Infusion of unwarmed or inadequately warmed intravenous (IV) fluids is a cause of hypothermia and may contribute to the multiple adverse consequences of hypothermia such as peripheral vasoconstriction, decreased tissue oxygen delivery, wound infection, and cardiac morbidity.
Features
- Portable and lightweight
- Convenient hanging belt to hang on I.V. pole
- Current temperature displayed in Fahrenheit (oF) or Celsius (oC)
- Temperature overheating protection
- Indicators for warming (orange), power (green), and overheating (red)
Benefits
- Reduces prep time to warm fluid
- Can monitor temperature second to second
- Reduces patients’ discomfort due to cold fluid
- Compatible with standard I.V. sets
- Quickly brings the temperature of the fluid up
