IV tubing is being discarded and replaced before the standard 72-hour change interval, wasting materials and increasing workload.

No system enforces standardized tubing change intervals or tracks actual usage, leading to premature disposal based on individual nurse preference.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 25, 2026

Workarounds Described

nurse discards all IV tubing daily regardless of standard protocol

Implied Software Gaps

System to enforce and track IV tubing change intervals per hospital policy

App Concept

TubeTracker

TubeTracker is a smart inventory and compliance app for hospital supplies. It tracks IV tubing usage and expiration, sends reminders for appropriate change times, and flags unnecessary waste. By integrating with patient records and supply carts, it ensures tubing is replaced only when needed, saving costs and reducing environmental waste.

Key Features

Automated tubing expiration tracking
Waste reporting and cost analysis
Integration with EHR for patient-specific protocols
Real-time alerts for premature disposal

Target Users: Nursing staff and supply managers in hospital med-surg and telemetry units

Revenue Model: $5-10 per bed per month SaaS subscription for hospital units

Existing Solutions Mentioned

IV tubing72-hour change protocols

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