RAZOR, disposable
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RAZOR, disposable
Definition
A hand-held device fitted with an integral razor blade used to remove facial or body hair from a person or patient. It is known as a safety razor because the blade lies protected within the razor head leaving only the cutting edge exposed. This device can be used for skin preparation prior to treatment/small surgery or for normal grooming. This is a single-use device.
Specifications
- Material: plastic (commonly injection molded polycarbonate)
- Handle, ± 8 cm long
- Single or twin stainless steel blade, with cutting edge on one side, fixed into the head, no blade sharpening or replacement possible.
- May have a plastic guard
- Non sterile, disposable
Instructions for use
The disposable razor replaces the reusable metal razor.
Never use the same razor for different patients.
MSF requirements
Instrument required to prepare the skin prior to a medical intervention (suture, placement of an IV catheter)
To prepare the operative field (shaving hair from the area on which surgery is to be performed), use the surgical hair clippers (see related articles).