Frequently Asked Questions
What does a tourniquet do?
Using a pump and an inflatable cuff, a tourniquet is used
to create a bloodless field by cutting off circulation to
extremities during surgery. The tourniquet pump automatically
regulates and displays the pressure and time being utilized.
Current practices recommend minimizing tourniquet time and
pressure to prevent injuries of the nerves and underlying
tissues.
Where is a tourniquet used?
- Hospital operating rooms
- Ambulatory/outpatient surgery centers
- Emergency departments
- Pain clinics
Which specialties use a tourniquet?
Mainly orthopedic but also….
- Plastics
- Hand
- Podiatry
- Trauma
- Vascular
Which tourniquets are in current use?
http://www.tourniquets.org/current_instruments.php
has an updated list of tourniquets currently in use as well
as some that are considered obsolete.
What makes the PTS ii competitive?
- Smaller footprint – saves OR space
- Lower price point – more economical
- Cuff leak testing feature – saves time and
prevents potential hazards during surgery
Where can I learn more about modern tourniquet
systems?
www.tourniquets.org
is an excellent educational website focused on surgical
tourniquets, including tourniquet technology, tourniquet
safety and surgical usage, with the goal of providing
comprehensive information leading to safer and more effective
use of surgical tourniquet systems.
Where can I learn more about nursing considerations
related to the use of tourniquets?
www.aorn.org
is the website of the AORN (Association of periOperative
Registered
Nurses), a U.S. based professional organization of whose
mission is to promote quality patient care by providing its
members with education, standards, services, and
representation. AORN pubishes and regularly updates practice
guidelines concering pneumatic tourniquets.
In addition to Delfi, what other companies supply
complementary and compatible tourniquet products?
www.zimmer.com
is the website of Zimmer Inc, the leading supplier of
tourniquet systems worldwide. Zimmer's leading tourniquet
products are complementary to those of Delfi. Zimmer
distributes some of Delfi's specialty tourniquet products
exclusively, but Zimmer and Delfi are not affiliiated
corporations.
How are Delfi's orders shipped?
Unless otherwise specified, all orders are shipped via
Federal Express. Most products are in stock and so can be
received within 2-3 business days.
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