The R2C2 is the Riza Removable Cord Clamp. With the R2C2, you do not need disposable cutters, nor do you need to send a reusable cutting instrument for sterilization and packaging after it has been used. With the R2C2, the cord clamp is easily removed with a key, either a pink key or blue key, as shown above.
How the R2C2 Works
Applying The R2C2 Cord Clamp:
- Place the R2C2’s clamp at a distance of not less than 4 cm from the infant’s belly.
- Insert the umbilical cord deep into the “V-point” of the clamp.
- Squeeze both ends of the clamp to engage the locking mechanism. The cord will be clamped.
- The other end of the umbilical cord (towards the placenta) should be clamped with an existing metal re-usable OB clamp.
- Cutting in between the cord clamp and the metal clamp separates the baby from the placental attachment.
Removing The R2C2 Cord Clamp:
- The drive head of the R2C2 key is inserted and engaged into the drive socket of the clamp.
- Rotate the key counter-clockwise. This disengages the catch of the lock from the latch.
- The cord clamp opens and disengages from the cord stump.
- Dispose the cord clamp.
- Give the key to parents as memoir.
Keepsake
The mother may keep the R2C2 as a keepsake.
R2C2 Ordering Information
Order #10410 R2C2 System Contains:
- 100 per box of R2C2 Clamps, #10406
- 50 per box of R2C2 Blue Key, #10407
- 50 per box of R2C2 Pink Key, #10408