Patents by Inventor Candace A. Ruitenberg

Candace A. Ruitenberg has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Device for blocking a patient's view of a needle or a catheter
    Publication number: 20020174872
    Abstract: A device that blocks a patient's view of the site of insertion of a needle or catheter while allowing a healthcare worker visual and physical access to the site. The devices includes a strap and an opaque member connected to the strap. The opaque member is made from a semi-rigid material. A portion of the opaque member may be lifted to provide a visual barrier that blocks the patient's view of the site of insertion of a needle or catheter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2002
    Publication date: November 28, 2002
    Inventors: David R. Cyphers, Candace A. Ruitenberg