Smiths Medical 3050 - CATHETER IV PROTECT 22GX1IN

The Smiths Medical 3050 CATHETER IV PROTECT 22GX1IN is a professional-grade peripheral intravenous catheter designed for controlled vascular access in clinical care environments. With a 22 gauge, 1 inch configuration, this IV catheter is commonly selected for patients requiring reliable short-term infusion access, medication administration, hydration therapy, and blood sampling when clinically appropriate.

Its IV Protect design supports safer handling during catheter placement and post-use disposal, helping healthcare teams follow standard infection control and sharps safety practices. The 22G size provides a practical balance between patient comfort and dependable flow performance, making it suitable for a wide range of hospital, outpatient, emergency, and procedural settings.

Key Benefits

• 22G x 1 in size supports routine peripheral IV access needs
• Designed for clinical use in medication delivery, hydration, and infusion therapy
• Helps promote consistent catheter placement and dependable vascular access
• Protective design supports safer handling and standard sharps safety protocols
• Suitable for healthcare facilities requiring trusted IV access supplies
• Compact catheter size may support patient comfort in appropriate clinical applications
• Helps streamline inventory for hospitals, clinics, surgery centers, and urgent care settings

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 3050 IV Protect Catheter is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in facilities that require peripheral IV access products. The 22G x 1 in configuration is commonly used for adult, geriatric, and selected pediatric patients when the vessel size, therapy type, flow requirement, and clinical condition support this catheter size.

Typical applications include peripheral intravenous access, fluid administration, medication infusion, perioperative care, emergency department use, outpatient treatment, and general nursing procedures. Compatibility should always be confirmed with the facility protocol, prescribed therapy, connector system, infusion set, and the manufacturers instructions for use.

Usage Guidelines

Use the Smiths Medical 3050 CATHETER IV PROTECT 22GX1IN only by trained clinicians following approved clinical procedures. Before use, inspect the product packaging, confirm the correct gauge and length, verify expiration dating, and ensure the catheter is sterile and undamaged. Select an appropriate insertion site based on patient assessment, prescribed therapy, vein condition, and institutional policy.

During placement, follow aseptic technique, hand hygiene requirements, skin preparation procedures, and facility-approved catheter insertion protocols. After use, dispose of sharps and clinical waste according to local regulations and facility safety standards. Do not reuse, resterilize, or use the product if the package is opened, damaged, or compromised.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 3050 IV Protect Catheter is designed for professional healthcare use and should be handled in accordance with applicable medical device standards, infection control requirements, and facility safety policies. Buyers should verify lot-specific documentation, regulatory status, sterility information, and manufacturer instructions before clinical use.

For healthcare purchasing teams, it is recommended to confirm product labeling, storage requirements, expiration date, packaging integrity, and any applicable compliance documentation before ordering in bulk. Clinical teams should also follow OSHA sharps safety guidance, facility needle safety procedures, and approved vascular access protocols.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard peripheral IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 3050 IV Protect Catheter offers the advantage of a protected design that supports safer post-insertion handling and disposal. While generic IV catheters may provide basic vascular access, a branded IV Protect catheter can help facilities maintain consistency in product quality, staff familiarity, and procedural workflow.

The 22G x 1 in size makes this product a strong option for routine IV access where moderate flow rates and patient comfort are important. For facilities comparing catheter options, the Smiths Medical 3050 may be preferred when dependable performance, safety-focused handling, and established manufacturer recognition are key purchasing factors.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is commonly used by nurses, physicians, emergency department staff, infusion teams, surgical teams, outpatient clinic personnel, and other trained healthcare providers. It is suitable for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care clinics, infusion centers, specialty practices, long-term care facilities, and medical supply inventories.

Typical scenarios include routine IV starts, preoperative preparation, hydration therapy, medication administration, emergency access, observation unit care, outpatient treatment visits, and general medical procedures requiring peripheral venous access. Final product selection should always be based on the patients vein condition, prescribed therapy, clinician judgment, and institutional guidelines.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the Smiths Medical 3050 IV Protect Catheter in a clean, dry, temperature-controlled environment according to the manufacturers packaging instructions. Keep products in their original packaging until ready for use and rotate stock using a first-expiring, first-out inventory method.

Healthcare teams should inspect the catheter package before use, maintain sterile technique during insertion, secure the catheter according to facility protocol, monitor the insertion site regularly, and document placement details as required. Replace or remove the catheter according to clinical indication, facility policy, and current vascular access guidelines.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 3050 CATHETER IV PROTECT 22GX1IN is intended for professional medical use and should be used only in accordance with the product labeling, manufacturer instructions, and applicable healthcare regulations. It should not be used by untrained individuals or outside approved clinical procedures.

Facilities should confirm whether the product meets their purchasing, compliance, sterility, and regulatory requirements before ordering. Always follow local, state, and federal rules for medical device handling, sharps disposal, infection prevention, and patient safety documentation.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 3050 CATHETER IV PROTECT 22GX1IN and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.