Smiths Medical 305306 - IV Cath Protective 24Gx.75 200/CS

The Smiths Medical 305306 IV Cath Protective 24G x 0.75 is a professional-grade peripheral intravenous catheter designed for controlled venous access in clinical care settings. With a 24 gauge size and 0.75 inch catheter length, this protective IV catheter is commonly selected for patients with smaller or more delicate veins, including pediatric, geriatric, and difficult-access cases where precision and patient comfort are important.

Packaged 200 per case, this catheter supports efficient supply management for hospitals, outpatient centers, emergency departments, infusion services, and other healthcare facilities that require dependable IV access products for routine and specialized patient care.

Key Benefits

• 24 gauge size supports careful venous access for small or fragile veins.
• 0.75 inch catheter length is suitable for short peripheral IV access applications.
• Protective catheter design helps support safer handling during insertion and disposal procedures.
• Designed for smooth insertion technique when used by trained clinical personnel.
• Case packaging of 200 units helps simplify inventory planning for high-use healthcare environments.
• Appropriate for facilities that require consistent IV catheter availability for daily patient care.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 305306 IV Cath Protective 24G x 0.75 is intended for use in peripheral intravenous access procedures where a small-gauge catheter is clinically appropriate. It may be used with compatible IV administration sets, extension sets, injection ports, and standard infusion systems as directed by facility protocol and the applicable product instructions.

Common applications include medication administration, hydration therapy, short-term infusion therapy, emergency access preparation, outpatient treatment, and general clinical procedures requiring reliable peripheral IV access. Product selection should always be based on patient condition, vein assessment, prescribed therapy, and professional clinical judgment.

Usage Guidelines

• Use only by trained healthcare professionals following approved venipuncture and infection control procedures.
• Inspect the catheter packaging before use and do not use if the package is damaged, opened, or compromised.
• Select the catheter gauge and length according to vein size, therapy type, flow requirements, and patient needs.
• Prepare the insertion site using facility-approved antiseptic technique.
• Confirm catheter placement according to clinical protocol before connecting to any infusion device or administration set.
• Secure the catheter properly to help reduce movement, irritation, and accidental dislodgement.
• Dispose of used catheter components in an approved sharps or regulated medical waste container.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 305306 IV Cath Protective 24G x 0.75 should be used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions, applicable facility policies, and recognized healthcare standards for vascular access and infection prevention. Healthcare providers should confirm product specifications, sterility status, expiration dating, and packaging integrity before clinical use.

As with all IV catheter products, safe handling, aseptic technique, proper disposal, and staff training are essential to support patient safety and reduce the risk of needlestick injury, contamination, infiltration, phlebitis, or catheter-related complications.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard peripheral IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 305306 IV Cath Protective 24G x 0.75 offers a small-gauge option suitable for delicate access situations while supporting protective handling in busy clinical environments. Its 24 gauge size may be preferred when larger catheters are not appropriate due to patient age, vein condition, or therapy requirements.

For healthcare facilities comparing IV catheter options, this product provides the advantage of a recognized medical device manufacturer, practical case packaging, and a configuration designed for precise peripheral venous access. Unlike generic catheter alternatives, Smiths Medical IV catheter products are commonly used in professional care settings where consistency, supply reliability, and clinician confidence are important purchasing factors.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This catheter is typically used by nurses, physicians, infusion specialists, emergency care teams, outpatient clinicians, and vascular access professionals. It is well suited for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care clinics, pediatric care environments, long-term care facilities, specialty infusion clinics, and outpatient treatment centers.

Typical scenarios include establishing peripheral IV access for patients with small veins, supporting short-term medication delivery, preparing access for diagnostic or treatment procedures, and managing routine infusion needs where a 24 gauge catheter is clinically suitable.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store the product in a clean, dry area according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Rotate stock using first-expiring, first-out inventory practices.
• Maintain aseptic technique throughout insertion, connection, and dressing changes.
• Assess the IV site regularly for signs of swelling, redness, pain, leakage, infiltration, or irritation.
• Follow facility policy for catheter dwell time, dressing maintenance, flushing, and replacement.
• Document insertion details, site condition, catheter size, and patient response as required by clinical protocol.
• Remove and replace the catheter if complications, contamination, or device failure are suspected.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 305306 IV Cath Protective 24G x 0.75 is intended for professional healthcare use and should be handled only by qualified personnel. Users must follow all applicable federal, state, local, and institutional requirements for medical device use, infection control, sharps safety, and regulated medical waste disposal.

This product should not be reused or resterilized unless specifically permitted by the manufacturers labeling. Always review the product labeling, instructions for use, and facility policy before use. Patient monitoring is required during and after catheter placement to help identify potential complications and ensure appropriate clinical response.

How to Order

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