BD 392637 - Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter 20G x 1.88 Inch Winged Pink Safety IV Catheter 50/BX, 4 BX/CS (Continental US Only)

BD 392637 - Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter 20G x 1.88 Inch Winged Pink Safety IV Catheter 50/BX, 4 BX/CS (Continental US Only)

The BD 392637 Autoguard BC Pro Shielded IV Catheter is a sterile, single-use peripheral intravenous catheter engineered to provide dependable vascular access while enhancing healthcare worker safety. This catheter features a 20-gauge size, 1.88-inch catheter length, integrated stabilization wings, and pink color coding for rapid gauge identification.

Part of the BD Autoguard BC Pro family, this catheter incorporates passive safety technology that automatically shields the introducer needle after successful catheter placement. The extended 1.88-inch length makes it suitable for patients who may benefit from longer peripheral catheter placement, while the winged design helps improve insertion control and catheter stabilization.

The BD 392637 is designed for use by trained healthcare professionals in hospitals, emergency departments, infusion centers, outpatient clinics, surgical facilities, and other healthcare settings requiring peripheral vascular access.

Key Benefits

The BD 392637 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 20G catheter size provides versatility for intravenous medication delivery, fluid administration, hydration therapy, and selected blood product infusions. The extended 1.88-inch catheter length may provide additional stability and access options for challenging vascular access situations.

The winged design supports improved handling during insertion and helps facilitate secure catheter stabilization following placement.

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

Compatibility and Applications

The BD 392637 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 throughout healthcare facilities.

Typical applications include medication administration, intravenous hydration, infusion therapy, emergency treatment, perioperative care, outpatient infusions, and long-duration peripheral vascular access requirements.

This catheter is frequently used in emergency departments, medical-surgical units, infusion clinics, ambulatory care facilities, critical care settings, and hospital inpatient departments.

Usage Guidelines

The BD 392637 should be used only by qualified healthcare professionals trained in peripheral IV catheter insertion and vascular access management. Before use, inspect the package to confirm sterility, product integrity, and expiration date.

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

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

Certifications and Safety Standards

The BD 392637 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 compliance with occupational safety standards. Healthcare facilities should review current product labeling and regulatory documentation before implementation.

Comparison with Competitor Products

Compared with traditional non-safety IV catheters, the BD 392637 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.

Compared with shorter 20G catheter options, the 1.88-inch length provides additional catheter reach and may offer enhanced stability in selected patient populations and vascular access situations.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

The BD 392637 is commonly used by registered nurses, vascular access specialists, infusion therapists, emergency clinicians, surgical teams, critical care professionals, and other healthcare providers responsible for peripheral IV catheter placement.

Typical applications include intravenous medication administration, hydration therapy, infusion services, emergency care, perioperative treatment, extended peripheral IV access, and inpatient vascular access management.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the BD 392637 in a clean, dry environment according to manufacturer recommendations. Maintain the catheter in its original sterile packaging until ready for use.

Use strict aseptic technique during insertion and securement. Select catheter size and length based on patient assessment, therapy requirements, vein characteristics, 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 392637 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

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