BD 392624 - Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter 22G x 1.25 Inch Winged Blue Safety IV Catheter, 50/BX, 4 BX/CS (Continental US Only)

BD 392624 - Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter 22G x 1.25 Inch Winged Blue Safety IV Catheter, 50/BX, 4 BX/CS (Continental US Only)

The BD 392624 Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter is a sterile, single-use peripheral intravenous catheter designed to provide dependable vascular access while helping protect healthcare professionals from accidental needlestick injuries. Featuring a 22-gauge catheter size, 1.25-inch catheter length, integrated wings, and blue color coding for quick gauge identification, this catheter is suitable for routine infusion therapy, medication administration, and hydration treatment.

The Autoguard BC Pro platform incorporates passive needle shielding technology that automatically covers the introducer needle after successful catheter placement. This built-in safety feature helps support clinician safety without requiring additional activation steps. The winged design enhances insertion control and catheter stabilization, helping facilitate secure vascular access management.

This catheter is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in hospitals, outpatient clinics, infusion centers, emergency departments, physician offices, and other healthcare settings requiring peripheral IV access.

Key Benefits

The BD 392624 helps reduce the risk of accidental needlestick injuries through its integrated passive needle shielding mechanism, supporting healthcare worker safety and sharps injury prevention initiatives.

The 22G catheter size is ideal for routine intravenous therapy, medication administration, hydration therapy, and maintenance infusions. The 1.25-inch length provides additional catheter reach and stability compared with shorter catheter options, supporting a broad range of patient care applications.

The winged design improves insertion control and helps secure the catheter after placement, supporting reliable vascular access throughout treatment.

The sterile, single-use construction supports infection prevention efforts and helps minimize cross-contamination risks.

Compatibility and Applications

The BD 392624 Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter is compatible with standard IV administration sets, extension tubing, infusion pumps, needleless connectors, and peripheral vascular access accessories commonly used in healthcare facilities.

Typical applications include medication administration, intravenous hydration, maintenance fluid therapy, outpatient infusion services, emergency care, pediatric and adult vascular access procedures, and routine peripheral IV therapy.

This catheter is commonly utilized in medical-surgical units, outpatient treatment centers, ambulatory care facilities, emergency departments, infusion clinics, and physician practices.

Usage Guidelines

The BD 392624 should be used only by qualified healthcare professionals trained in peripheral IV catheter insertion and vascular access management. Before use, inspect the packaging to verify sterility, product integrity, and expiration date.

Prepare the insertion site according to institutional protocols and aseptic technique standards. Insert the catheter using accepted clinical practices and manufacturer instructions. After successful placement, confirm activation of the passive needle shielding mechanism.

Secure the catheter appropriately and monitor the insertion site regularly for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, infection, occlusion, or other vascular access complications. Dispose of the shielded needle assembly immediately in an approved sharps container.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The BD 392624 Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter is manufactured under established medical device quality management systems and is designed to support healthcare safety initiatives and infection prevention programs.

The passive safety mechanism aligns with modern sharps injury prevention practices and supports occupational safety objectives. Healthcare facilities should review current product labeling, instructions for use, and regulatory documentation before implementation.

Comparison with Competitor Products

Compared with traditional non-safety IV catheters, the BD 392624 provides integrated passive needle shielding that helps reduce clinician exposure to contaminated needles following catheter insertion.

Compared with manually activated safety catheters, the Autoguard BC Pro system automatically shields the needle without requiring additional user action, helping support consistent safety performance and workflow efficiency.

Compared with shorter 22G catheter options, the 1.25-inch length provides additional catheter reach and may offer enhanced stability in selected vascular access situations. The winged design further improves handling and securement compared with many non-winged alternatives.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

The BD 392624 is commonly used by registered nurses, vascular access specialists, infusion therapists, emergency clinicians, outpatient care providers, and other healthcare professionals responsible for peripheral IV catheter placement.

Typical applications include routine medication administration, hydration therapy, maintenance infusions, outpatient treatments, emergency care, pediatric vascular access, and general inpatient IV therapy management.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the BD 392624 in a clean, dry environment according to manufacturer recommendations. Keep the catheter in its original sterile packaging until ready for use.

Use strict aseptic technique during insertion and securement. Select the appropriate catheter size based on patient assessment, therapy requirements, vein condition, and clinical objectives.

Monitor the insertion site regularly and replace the catheter according to facility protocols and evidence-based vascular access guidelines. The catheter is intended for single use only and should never be reused, reprocessed, or resterilized.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The BD 392624 Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter is intended for professional healthcare use only. Placement and management should be performed by qualified personnel following manufacturer instructions, facility policies, and applicable healthcare regulations.

Healthcare personnel should adhere to standard precautions, infection prevention practices, sharps safety procedures, and vascular access management protocols throughout catheter insertion, maintenance, and removal.

All used catheter and needle components should be disposed of in approved sharps containers according to facility policies and biomedical waste regulations.

How to Order

Select the BD 392624 Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter 22G x 1.25 Inch Winged Blue and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, pricing information, product availability, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.