Abstract: A kit for the perfusion of sodium nitroprusside and sodium thiosulfate contains as components (1) a container of sodium thiosulfate aqueous solution, (2) a light-opaque syringe, (3) light-opaque tubing, and (4) an ampoule containing lyophilized sodium nitroprusside. Alternatively the kit includes (1) a light-opaque container of mixed sodium nitroprusside-sodium thiosulfate solution, (2) a light-opaque syringe, and (3) light-opaque tubing.

Abstract: There is provided an improved surgical kit, including a pair of trays, one of which is adapted to be received inside of the other. Each tray includes a plurality of embossments in its bottom for receiving various surgical supplies. After the completion of the surgery the inner tray is adapted to be flipped over and applied as a top to the outer tray with various post-operative materials contained therein.

Abstract: Treatment of casualties enclosed in garments which protect them from a contaminated environment comprises attaching treatment apparatus containing uncontaminated treatment space to the protective garment and then effecting communication between the treatment space and the interior of the garment. The treatment apparatus comprises a generally rectangular enclosure having an access opening in one side with fastener means provided for closing the access opening. The fastener means are compatible with at least a portion of the fastener means for the protective garment to permit coupling the enclosure to the garment and then communicating the treatment space with the interior of the garment. The treatment apparatus includes an observation window opposite to the fastener device and sealed gloved openings to permit manipulation by treating personnel within the intercoupled treatment space and the interior of the garment.

Abstract: A disposable prepackaged fluid processing module includes an integral housing wherein fluid containers, tubing segments, and other components required in processing a fluid are contained. Fluid communication between the containers, components and tubing segments is provided by a fluid circuit formed by a panel of the housing, and an overlying fluid-impermeable flexible sheet member. The fluid circuit includes pump and valve elements which operate in response to pressures applied to the sheet member. Upon installation of the system in a related actuator apparatus pneumatic actuator ports apply pressures to the pump and valve elements to circulate fluid through the fluid circuit.

Abstract: A fluid processing apparatus for use in conjunction with a prepackaged disposable fluid processing module of the type which includes an integral housing wherein fluid containers, tubing segments, and other components required in processing a fluid are contained, and wherein fluid communication between the containers, components and tubing segments is provided by a fluid circuit formed within the housing by a first relatively inflexible fluid-impervious sheet member and a second relatively flexible fluid-impermeable sheet member. The fluid circuit includes pump and valve elements which operate in response to pressures applied to the second sheet member. Upon installation of the system in the processing apparatus pneumatic actuator ports apply pressures to the second sheet member through access apertures in the housing to circulate fluid through the fluid circuit.

Abstract: An improved diabetic set in the form of a pressure resistant case for containing at least one insulin bottle, a syringe and, optionally, a supply of alcohol cloths or similar accessories for sterilization. The case includes a container and a lid that preferably telescopically encloses the container in the manner of a cap. The container includes means for releasably securing the insulin bottle and syringe in such a manner as to facilitate hygienic administration of insulin under all conditions.

Abstract: A metal fire and smoke emergency kit of generally rectangular cross section having a hinged front. Its contents enable one to extinguish a small fire, provide temporary first aid, provide emergency clothes and breathing apparatus to evacuate an area threatened by fire or fumes and attract attention enabling rescuers to locate people in danger of being trapped. Emergency instructions on the outside and inside of the hinged front are also provided. Only a fire extinguisher is mounted on the exterior of the case. The contents are protected from theft by a lead seal lock or optional room key.

Abstract: A diabetic traveling case is compact enough to be pocket-sized. The pocket-sized case is equipped to carry at least one bottle of insulin, as well as a refrigerant which maintains the insulin at a suitably low temperature to avoid spoiling.

Abstract: A disposable surgical instrument container has a foam block platform suitable for receiving portions of surgical instruments embedded therein and numeral indicia thereon to facilitate counting of such instruments, a magnetic strip to facilitate locating magnetic instruments thereon and a one piece sheet member having a plurality of panels divided by crease lines to facilitate folding of the panels into a folded vertically stacked configuration beneath the foam block platform to serve as a base for the platform and alternatively to be folded up about the platform in a container configuration for disposal of the platform and surgical instruments thereon. The foam block platform is of sufficient thickness to receive surgical instruments embedded therein and the panels are of sufficient width to extend upwardly over the platform when in folded up configuration to provide a surgical instrument containing chamber over an upper surface of the platform.

Abstract: The invention provides a unit package for use in connection with a system for supplying liquid vaccine composition to an apparatus for substantially simultaneously debeaking and vaccinating poultry chicks. The package comprises a compartmentalized container the compartments of which contain(a) a plurality of liquid diluent supply bottles containing sterile diluent for rehydrating dehydrated vaccine,(b) a transfer spike assembly comprising a cover unit sealed with a tear-away cover and containing a transfer spike suitable for providing sterile flow means from a liquid diluent supply bottle to a bottle containing dehydrated vaccine and(c) a drip chamber-tubing-clamp assembly suitable for sterile transfer of liquid vaccine from a liquid supply bottle to the liquid injecting means of an apparatus for substantially simultaneously debeaking and vaccinating poultry chicks.

Abstract: A kit containing equipment and medication to facilitate the removal of slivers or similar foreign substances from the human body. The kit includes a receptacle, adapted to be filled with an antiseptic or similar fluid, and a cap positionable over the receptacle in a fluid-tight relation. The cap includes a fluid applicator and a view enlarging assembly hingedly connected to the top section of the cap. The cap is also equipped with splinter removal equipment including a pair of tweezers and a needle.

Abstract: A carrying case or portable pack is constructed in the form of an attache case. A tray storage area providing receptacles for separately holding relatively long and narrow objects is releasably attachable to the inner surface of the lid and flat bulk storage is provided between the base of the tray and said inner surface. A holding material is attached along the inner side walls of the base and individual pockets, for separate package storage, have a surface material mounted on the exterior thereof which permits releasable attachment to said holding material. The pouches or pockets may vary in size, thus permitting flexibility in storing the packaged materials. In addition, the pouches may be coded, as by color coding, for rapid identification and selection of items to be used for a particular function, for example in a medical procedure.

Abstract: A new and useful container is disclosed for storing "sharps", e.g., surgical needles or blades, comprising: (a) base means formed of a reusable and sterilizable material containing a source of magnetism; (b) collecting means for surgical needles or blades, said collecting means shaped to provide an interlocking fit with said base means; and (c) cover means with said collecting means to form an enclosure, said cover means capable of tight-fitting engagement with and placement over said collecting means to prevent said surgical needles or blades from escaping from said enclosure when said cover means is in tight-fitting engagement with said collecting means, said collecting means and said cover means attached to each other by hinge means, said collecting means being provided with locking means to lock said cover means with said collecting means when said cover means is in tight fitting engagement with said collecting means.

Abstract: A prepackaged coagulant composition and method of preparing same has been devised for use in direct or topical application to wounds so as to cause superficial clotting in which thrombin is combined with special preservatives and a saline solution. A ready-to-use bandage is saturated with the resultant solution, sealed and stored so as not to lose its reactive properties with the fibrinogen in the blood when applied to a wound or cut.

Abstract: An inexpensive, disposable tray for anesthesiological use is formed with a central compartment for receiving the patient's head, preferably on a supporting cushion, and arrangements of compartments and recesses on opposite sides of the central compartment to hold specific instruments and medications used during anesthesia in an ordered array according to the sequence in which such articles are employed. The tray is dimensioned to fit across the end of an operating table. Projections along one edge support a suction tube and a manometer.

Abstract: A diabetic travel kit is formed by an insulated container having a cavity in which is received a cooling medium container having an annular cooling medium chamber surrounding a top opening compartment. An insulated lid closes the cavity. Preferably top opening pockets are formed in the peripheral walls of the insulated container, and the lid is provided with means to close the pockets when the lid is in place closing the cavity.

Abstract: This invention is a paramedic airway kit. It comprises a case, interiorly divided into two compartments by a partition. A front wall serving as a door is hinged to the partition and pivotable to planularly extend the partition in the open position and thereby serve as an extended shelf. A second front wall, also serving as a door, is hinged to the base of the case and pivotable to planularly extend the base when in the open position and thereby expanding the perimeter of the base to render the case stable. The interior side of the first mentioned door is provided with anchor means for orapharyngeal airways. A plurality of article constraining straps are provided on the interior side of the first mentioned door to permanently locate articles used by a paramedic. On the interior side of the back wall of the case is provided a block member on which is mounted a mask for a bag mask resuscitator.

Abstract: A prescription kit for travelers somewhat suggestive of a doctor's bag for psychological purposes with a flat base and internally compartmented to hold containers, ordinarily vials, in upright position and clearly visible when the bag-like case is opened, the vials having caps with insignia thereon to indicate their drug contents which will be a largely standardized complement of drugs likely to be needed by travelers but with provision made for some of the drugs to be specifically prescribed if necessary. The kit is designed to be sold only by pharmacists and the drugs, even when the standardized complement of drugs is used, will still be by a physician's prescription, the standardization or near standardization of the drugs representing a great time saver for the physician who can often prescribe the full complement as such, the manufacturer's description, suggested dosage and warnings as well as a physician's directions being provided in printed pamphlets provided in the kit.

Abstract: A package and device for collecting urine wherein the parts comprising the device are packaged so that they are removed in the order that they are used and are maintained in a sterile condition prior to use.The device includes instructions, cleansing means, a container, funnel assembly, a cap for the container and an identification label packaged in such a manner so as to be sterile before use and removed aseptically in the order that such parts are used.

Abstract: A medical case for storage of medical supplies and for administering medical treatment having a central storage section with an enlarged base portion and two side sections hinged to the enlarged base portion so that the side sections form a continuous base support surface with the enlarged base portion.

Abstract: A medicinal dispensing system comprising a blister package containing up to 1,000 individual doses of a given medication and a sealable envelope, preferably transparent on one side, for the containment of quantities of medication dispensed as per description is disclosed.Attached to one side of the envelope are multiple flaps preprinted with information relating to the chemical composition of the drug, contraindications, potentiating effects when used with other medications, etc. On the other side of the envelope is a space for the encoding of dosage information, frequency of administration and other pertinent information concerning the prescription being filled. The blister sheet contains perforations to allow for the detachment of as many individually-packaged doses of medication as are called for to fill a given prescription.

Abstract: A culture specimen collection and transport package for collection of a specimen and for transport thereof to a test facility. The culture specimen collection and transport package comprises an elongated stem having a swab on one end, and first and second tubular members. The first tubular member is for sterilizingly housing the swab prior to collection of a specimen, while the second tubular member contains a culture medium therein for insertion of the swab thereinto after collection of the specimen for maintaining the specimen in a viable condition during transport to the test facility. A sealing cap member is slidably mounted on the elongated stem for sealingly closing the first tubular member when the swab is disposed in the first tubular member and for sealingly closing the second tubular member when the swab is disposed in the second tubular member.

Abstract: A two-tier disposable tray for retaining instruments and other items used in conducting percutaneous transhepatic cholangiographies (PTC's) in an organized and easily accessible manner within a sterile environment. The upper tier slideably engages the lower tier of the tray. The tray and its components are in ready-to-use package form with the package adapted to be opened at the patient's side at the time the PTC is performed.

Abstract: The cannula of a conventional intravascular catheter is placed into the peritoneal cavity through a small shallow incision in antiseptically prepared skin. The stylet or trocar of the conventional catheter is removed; and a stainless steel elongated flexible guide is inserted through the catheter's cannula into the peritoneal cavity. The catheter's cannula is removed and a flexible elongated cannula inserted into the cavity over the guide and secured in place with a suture. Fluid operation means is connected to the elongated cannula by connector means to permit fluid treatment after removal of the guide. Apparatus to effect peritoneal fluid treatment are placed in sterile openable sealed packages for storage and transport.

Abstract: A blood pressure testing kit having the usual elements, namely, pressure gauge, humeral cuff, pump, bleed valve, and appropriate interconnections, and a stethoscope, is provided with a case which is in two parts hinged together but made of one integral piece of "living hinge" plastic material. One part of the case provides for storing all the said elements but the pressure gauge, which is mounted in the other case part, which acts also as lid for the same part. When the case is open, all the elements are manually accessible for use in blood pressure testing, and at the same time, the pressure gauge can be read while the testing procedure is being carried out.