YHMCK1001
Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use)
The YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit is a professional-use medical device priced at $170.57, designed for safe, repeated rectal administration of medications. Includes Liquipill system, syringes, and securing device—ideal for clinicians managing patients with swallowing difficulties or needing continuous medication delivery.
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Key features
- Enables repeated rectal medication administration
- Includes Liquipill system for pill-to-liquid conversion
- Comes with 3 mL, 10 mL, and 20 mL enteral syringes
- Features catheter securing device for stability
- Lubricating jelly and gloves for safe insertion
- Designed for single-patient use until bowel movement
- Complete with user manuals and medication sheets
Pros
- +Allows multiple doses without reinsertion
- +Reduces need for IV access in difficult cases
- +Improves medication adherence in non-oral patients
- +Clinician-controlled timing and dosage
- +Minimally invasive with low trauma risk
Cons
- −Requires trained clinician for placement
- −Not suitable for long-term use beyond bowel cycle
- −Single-use per patient per insertion
- −Rectal route may be socially sensitive
About YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use)
What is YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use)?
The YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit is a comprehensive medical solution designed for healthcare professionals to administer liquid medications and fluids rectally with precision and comfort. It leverages the rectal route to bypass gastrointestinal challenges, making it especially useful for patients who cannot take oral medications. Once placed by a clinician, the catheter remains in place until a bowel movement, allowing for multiple administrations without repeated insertion.
Key features
- Rectal Medication Access — Enables safe, repeated delivery of liquids and medications via rectal route.
- Liquid Pill System Included — Converts tablets and pills into suspensions for easy administration.
- Complete Administration Tools — Includes 10 mL and 3 mL enteral syringes, plus 20 mL luer lock syringe.
- Comfort and Safety Components — Lubricating jelly, non-sterile gloves, and catheter securing device included.
- Clinician-Focused Design — Intended for professional use with clear instructions and medication sheets.
- Bowel Movement Triggered Removal — Catheter is naturally expelled during defecation, reducing risk of trauma.
- Bedside Ready — All components organized for immediate clinical use at patient’s side.
Who is YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use) for?
This kit is designed for healthcare providers in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health settings managing patients with dysphagia, post-surgical recovery, or chronic conditions requiring non-oral medication routes. It supports palliative care, geriatric treatment, and critical care scenarios where IV access is limited.
How does YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use) compare?
Compared to standard suppositories, the Macy Catheter allows repeated dosing without reinsertion and offers greater control over medication timing and dosage. Unlike IV therapy, it avoids vascular access complications and is less invasive. It outperforms basic enema kits by enabling targeted, clinician-controlled delivery with secure placement. While more complex than oral meds, it's invaluable when those routes are contraindicated.
Best use cases
- →Administering meds to dysphagic patients
- →Post-op recovery with NPO status
- →Palliative care medication delivery
- →Geriatric patients with swallowing issues
- →Emergency med access when IV fails
Is Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use) right for you?
The YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit is best for licensed healthcare providers managing patients who cannot take oral medications or lack IV access. Requires clinical training for proper use. Ideal for hospitals, hospice, and long-term care. Alternatives include suppositories or IV therapy, but this offers repeat dosing without reinsertion.
How it compares: Compared to suppositories, the Macy Catheter allows repeated dosing without reinsertion. It's less invasive than IV therapy and more reliable than oral meds in non-swallowing patients. Offers better control than enema-based delivery systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter used for?
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The YHMCK1001 Macy Catheter enables repeated rectal administration of medications and fluids for patients who cannot take oral meds or need non-IV delivery. It's used in clinical settings for dysphagia, palliative care, and post-surgical recovery.
Does the kit include everything needed for administration?
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Yes, the kit includes the Macy Catheter, Liquipill system, 3 mL and 10 mL enteral syringes, 20 mL luer lock syringe, lubricating jelly, gloves, securing device, and instructions—everything required for immediate clinical use.
How does the Liquipill system work?
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The Liquipill system crushes tablets and mixes them into a liquid suspension, allowing safe rectal delivery through the catheter. It ensures accurate dosing and compatibility with the Macy Catheter’s administration process.
Is the Macy Catheter reusable?
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No, the catheter is designed for single-patient use until naturally expelled during a bowel movement. It is not intended for reuse or long-term indwelling beyond that cycle.
Can nurses or home caregivers use this kit?
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The kit is intended for use by trained clinicians. While home health nurses can use it, proper training in placement and medication preparation is required to ensure safety and effectiveness.
How much does Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use) cost?
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Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use) is $170.57 at Diabetesstore.com. Prices may change — click through to Diabetesstore.com for the latest.
Is Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use) in stock at Diabetesstore.com?
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Yes, Macy Catheter Bedside Care Kit (professional Use) is currently in stock at Diabetesstore.com.
Specifications
- Brand
- YHMCK1001
- SKU
- 85426