Hollister Anchor Fast User Manual

Application
Step 1
Prepare the skin
Step 2
Remove the release liners
Step 3
Place the device on the patient
Step 4
Apply the adjustable neck strap
Step 5
Secure the endotracheal tube
Routine Care
A Hollister Technology
Anchor Fast
Oral Endotracheal Tube Fastener
Quick Reference Care Tips
•
Make sure the skin is clean, dry, and free of oily residue
•
Do not use skin gel wipes or other brands of skin preps with the oral
endotrached tube fastener
•
Remove the release liners from the two skin barrier pads
•
Center the device on the upper lip so the nonabsorbent upper lip stabilizer lightly
touches the skin
•
Position the one-click security clamp approximately 1/2 inch below the patient’s
upper lip
•
Press the two skin barrier pads against the patient’s skin
•
Hold the device in place until the barrier pads adhere well. This should take
approximately thirty seconds
•
Insert the narrow end of the strap through the plastic loop on the track
•
Fasten the narrow end of the strap using the hook and loop closure
•
Adjust straps on either side for added comfort and security. Do not overtighten
•
Allow two fingers width between the strap and the back of the patient’s head
•
Squeeze the tabs on the sides of the gliding tube shuttle and move the clamp
along the track to a location above the tube
•
Remove the release liner from the ET tube wrap exposing the adhesive. Before
applying the wrap to the tube, make sure the tube is dry and free of any residue
•
Position the tube under the nonslip grippers
•
Care should be taken to avoid aligning the inflation lumen directly under the
nonslip grippers when securing the tube. Loop the wrap tightly around the tube,
and pull the remaining portion of the wrap through the security clamp
•
Secure the wrap by snapping the one-click security clamp shut (an audible click
will be heard)
•
To reposition the tube, squeeze the shuttle tabs on the outer edges and move in
either direction along the tube track
•
Reposition the tube side to side at least every two hours,
1,2
or more frequently if
the patient’s condition dictates, to minimize the risk of injury to the skin and/or
lips from unrelieved pressure
Visit www.hollister.com to view video instructions for product application.
* CAUTION: PRIOR TO USING THE ANCHOR FAST ORAL ENDOTRACHEAL TUBE
FASTENER BE SURE TO READ THE PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
This is a quick reference guide for the application and routine care of the Anchor Fast oral endotracheal tube fastener.*
The Anchor Fast tube fastener secures oral endotracheal tubes ranging in size from 5 to 10 mm in diameter.
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Hollister Anchor Fast Specifications

General

Adhesive	Yes
Sterility	Sterile
Brand	Hollister
Model	Anchor Fast
Features	Easy to apply

Summary

Application of Anchor Fast Tube Fastener

Prepare the Skin for Application

Ensure the skin is clean, dry, and free of oily residue before applying the fastener.

Remove Release Liners

Remove the release liners from the two skin barrier pads attached to the device.

Place Device on Patient

Center device on upper lip, position clamp, press pads, and hold for adhesion.

Apply Adjustable Neck Strap

Insert strap, fasten, and adjust for comfort, ensuring two fingers width between strap and head.

Secure the Endotracheal Tube

Move clamp, apply wrap to tube, loop wrap, and snap clamp shut securely.

Routine Care and Tube Repositioning

Repositioning for Injury Prevention

Reposition the tube side to side at least every two hours to minimize skin/lip injury.

Precautions for Oral Endotracheal Tube Fastener Use

Patient Suitability and Usage Guidelines

Notes on adult population use, patient lip/dental conditions, facial hair, and single-use indication.

Application Safety and Monitoring

Warnings on checking position, pressure injury risk, adverse effects, and avoiding inflation lumen alignment.