- A 22-gauge x 1-inch, straight, radiopaque peripheral IV catheter designed for secure, short-term vascular access, features passive, fully automatic, non-bypassable needle-stick protection and multi-access blood control to minimize blood exposure and improve safety
Uses
- Intravenous Access:
- Used for inserting into the patient's vascular system to administer fluids, medications, or blood products
- Blood Sampling:
- Suitable for collecting blood samples
- Pressure Monitoring:
- Used for monitoring blood pressure
- Power Injection:
- Suitable for use with power injectors up to 325 psi (for 18-24G)
- Suitable for All Populations:
- Can be used on adults, pediatrics, and neonates
Features
- Passive Safety Shield:
- Automatically covers the needle tip upon withdrawal, requiring no user activation, which helps prevent needlestick injuries
- Multi-Access Blood Control Septum:
- Reduces blood leakage and exposure during catheter insertion and when accessing the hub
- Double Flashback Technology:
- Features two visualization points (needle-flash and catheter-flash) to quickly confirm that both the needle and catheter are successfully in the vein
- Universal Bevel:
- Designed for a wide variety of insertion angles and requires less insertion force
- Polyurethane (PUR) Material:
- Provides a softer and more comfortable in-dwelling performance
- Safety Features:
- Not made with DEHP, PVC, or Natural Rubber Latex
Benefits
- Reduced Needlestick Injuries:
- The fully automatic passive safety mechanism cannot be bypassed, ensuring safety
- Reduced Blood Exposure:
- The multi-access blood control helps to minimize blood exposure and eliminates the need to occlude the vessel, reducing cleanup time
- High First-Stick Success Rate:
- Double Flashback Technology allows for immediate visual confirmation of vessel entry
- Enhanced Patient Comfort:
- The universal bevel creates a V-shaped incision, reducing tissue trauma and potentially improving healing
- Convenient Access:
- The catheter allows for easy and smooth insertion
