88% of AORN nurses believe that lap sponge packaging is critical to

Designed for ease of use, our packaging protects
the sterile field and ensures aseptic presentation
Ample chevron end for effortless knuckle roll opening.
Bundle loop is designed for an easy one hand break of the
paper band to free the individual lap sponges.
Seal strength protects sterilization but ensures easy opening
and no fracturing - our internal product evaluation tests show
that our seal strength exceeds that of the competitive lap
sponge samples tested.
88% of AORN nurses
believe that lap
sponge packaging is
critical to maintaining
the sterile field and
proper aseptic
delivery
Designed to prevent packaging pin holes and broken seals
which would compromise sterility.
CSR wrap with larger, two color plastic surface area for easier
aseptic delivery into the sterile field reduces risk of infection.
The right seal strength for
protection with
no fracturing
Ample chevron end
Perfect sealed
edges
Why are lap sponge counting systems important to patient safety?
Medical Action's lap sponge counting system is designed to help reduce the possibility of "never
events" that can result in patient injury and consequent liability.
The Lap Sponge Counter Bag is a cost effective,
low-tech, reliable solution for patient safety
Our high contrast Lap Sponge Counter Bag
improves accurate counting during any procedure.
• Blue opaque background provides contrast
• to view lap sponges easily.
• Clear front panel for easy fluid loss monitoring.
• Visibility of lap sponges aids in assessment of
• blood loss.
Based on our survey
of AORN members,
we realized it was
important to explain
the benefits of lap
sponge counting
systems.
• Reduces airborne contamination.
• Dispenser rack fits any standard IV
• pole for easy access.
• Dispenser rack available at no cost.
• Convenient dispenser box is always on
• hand when more bags are needed.
• Effectively contain five large or ten
• small lap sponges.
• Holds multiple bags for both low and
• high volume fluid procedures.
Safe-T-Count™ Gloves Are Easy to Use
• Five lap sponges, five fingers.
• Can be tied for final disposal.
• Drawstring opens easily for recounts.
• Double-sealed glove seams prevent
leakage.
• Meets ASTM standard for glove leakage.
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Our Priorities Are the Same as Yours Ensuring Positive Clinical Outcomes
Medical Action has a long history as a leading manufacturer and distributor of
Operating Room supplies. Our success comes from understanding the needs
of the healthcare professionals who use our products.
That's why we conducted a survey of over 1,000
OR Nurses attending the 2009 AORN
Conference. Based on the survey responses, it
is clear that the vast majority of OR nurses
recognize a significant difference in quality
among laparotomy (lap) sponges and towels that
reduce lint and debris plus incorporate a design
to protect the sterile field.
Our lap sponges are manufactured consistently
to meet the highest quality control standards.
Over 86% of OR
Nurses surveyed say high
quality control standards
and consistent
manufacturing impact
patient safety by
reducing infection risk.*
That's why we get it... Right. From the Beginning.
What is the Medical Action Difference?
• Virtually lint free
• High absorbency
• Help prevent HACs (hospital acquired conditions)
• Designed and packaged to protect the sterile field
*Survey of 1,004 OR Nurses at 2009 AORN Conference
Every Lap Sponge Is 100% Inspected Five Times During Manufacturing to
Ensure Consistent Quality
Our stringent quality controls ensure that every Medical Action lap
sponge you use in the OR is produced to the same exacting
standards of excellence from design and manufacturing to packaging
and delivery.
Here is How Medical Action's Quality Protects Your
Patients
Lap Sponges – all cut edges are folded and sewn: reduces possibility
of loose threads – thus reducing risk of infection.
Gauze meets all U.S.P. requirements for purity: no residue means
virtually no possibility of adverse chemical reactions.
Lap Sponges – use a longer fiber cotton: reducing likelihood of lint.
Washing and drying process: reduces the
agitation to the cotton, preventing lint.
Quality inspection team that visually
looks for loose threads and fibers
multiple times: decreases potential for
lint which minimizes risk of adverse
effect on the patient.
Steam decontamination: greatly
reduces bioburden before lap sponges
are packaged and terminally sterilized,
so less gamma exposure leaves them
soft and packaging in protective
condition.
Designed to ensure speed of absorption - apply and remove
Made from 100 percent cotton gauze, the weight and size of our lap sponges provides high
absorption without impurities.
Available in your choice of standard pouch or rigid tray for maximum flexibility.
Features include an X-ray detectable strip for easy surgical site identification, and steam
decontamination to reduce bioburden before lap sponges are packaged and terminally
sterilized for assurance from pyronema spores.
Sterile Packs
Sterile Standard Pouch
Choose from a variety of size and specialty options in packaging designed for knuckle-roll
technique; includes a double sided CSR wrap for a total fluid barrier.
Sterile Rigid Trays
Our lap sponges are pre-washed and sterile in a stackable and easily stored rigid tray. The
easy grip tray contains five 18 x 18 banded lap sponges and allows for easy aseptic
presentation.
Bulk Non-Sterile
Available in bulk, non-sterile form for use in your kits. Be sure to specify Medical Action Lap
Sponges for your kits.
Lap Sponge Specifications
4x18 Qty/Case 200
12x12 Qty/Case 200
8x36 Qty/Case 200
18x36 Qty/Case 100
17x26 Qty/Case 100
8x108 Qty/Case 40
18x18 Qty/Case 200
Other case counts available

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