Smiths Medical 305506 - Protectiv IV Catheter Green 18gx1.25" 50/Bx, 4 BX/CA

The Smiths Medical 305506 Protectiv IV Catheter Green 18gx1.25" is a safety-engineered peripheral IV catheter designed for reliable vascular access in clinical care settings. With an 18 gauge catheter size and 1.25 inch length, this green IV catheter is commonly selected when clinicians require dependable flow capacity for fluid administration, medication delivery, blood draws, and short-term intravenous therapy.

Each box contains 50 catheters, with 4 boxes per case, making this product suitable for hospitals, emergency departments, outpatient clinics, surgical centers, and other healthcare facilities that need consistent inventory for routine IV access procedures. The Protectiv design supports safe handling, controlled placement, and reduced risk of accidental needlestick exposure when used according to facility protocol.

Key Benefits

• 18 gauge catheter supports higher flow rates for fluids, medications, and selected clinical applications.
• 1.25 inch catheter length provides practical access for a wide range of peripheral IV placement needs.
• Safety-focused design helps support needlestick injury prevention practices.
• Green color coding allows quick gauge identification in busy clinical environments.
• Packaged 50 per box and 4 boxes per case for efficient supply management.
• Designed for professional use in acute care, outpatient care, and procedural settings.
• Supports consistent vascular access performance when used by trained healthcare professionals.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 305506 Protectiv IV Catheter is intended for peripheral intravenous access and is compatible with standard clinical IV practices when used with appropriate IV administration sets, extension sets, injection caps, securement devices, dressings, and facility-approved infusion systems. It is suitable for use in environments where fast, reliable venous access is needed.

Common applications include IV fluid therapy, medication administration, preoperative access, emergency department access, short-term infusion therapy, and selected blood collection procedures when clinically appropriate. Product compatibility should always be confirmed with facility protocols, device instructions, and the clinical requirements of the procedure.

Usage Guidelines

This IV catheter should be used only by trained healthcare professionals following accepted aseptic technique and institutional vascular access policies. Before use, inspect the package to confirm that it is intact and that the device has not been damaged. Select the appropriate catheter size based on the patient condition, vein quality, therapy requirements, and expected flow rate.

Prepare the insertion site according to facility infection control standards. Insert and advance the catheter using proper technique, confirm placement according to clinical protocol, secure the catheter with an approved dressing or stabilization method, and connect the appropriate IV components. Dispose of the needle and used materials immediately in an approved sharps container according to facility policy and applicable regulations.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 305506 Protectiv IV Catheter is manufactured for professional healthcare use and should be handled in accordance with applicable medical device safety standards, facility policies, and infection prevention guidelines. Its safety-oriented catheter design supports clinical efforts to reduce accidental sharps exposure during and after IV placement.

Healthcare facilities should verify current product labeling, packaging, sterility status, expiration date, and regulatory documentation before use. All staff should follow occupational safety procedures for sharps handling, bloodborne pathogen exposure prevention, and disposal of contaminated medical materials.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard non-safety IV catheters, the Smiths Medical Protectiv IV Catheter provides a safety-focused design that supports safer handling after venipuncture. This can be especially valuable in high-volume clinical environments where repeated IV starts increase staff exposure risk.

Compared with smaller gauge IV catheters, the 18 gauge size offers stronger flow capacity for situations where faster fluid delivery or larger-bore access may be needed. While smaller gauges may be preferred for fragile veins or lower-flow therapy, the 18gx1.25" configuration provides a practical balance of flow performance, clinical utility, and professional-grade vascular access support.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is typically used by nurses, emergency department clinicians, anesthesia teams, infusion staff, surgical center personnel, and other licensed healthcare professionals responsible for peripheral IV access. It is well suited for facilities that perform frequent IV starts and require dependable catheter inventory for routine and urgent care workflows.

Typical use scenarios include emergency assessment, preoperative preparation, inpatient medication delivery, outpatient infusion preparation, hydration therapy, and procedural access where an 18 gauge catheter is clinically appropriate. Patient selection and catheter choice should always be based on professional judgment and facility standards.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the Smiths Medical 305506 Protectiv IV Catheter in a clean, dry environment away from excessive heat, moisture, and direct contamination. Keep products in their original packaging until ready for use and rotate inventory by expiration date to support safe stock management.

During use, maintain strict aseptic technique, secure the catheter properly, and monitor the insertion site for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, discomfort, infection, or catheter displacement. Follow facility guidelines for flushing, dressing changes, line assessment, dwell time, and catheter removal. Do not reuse single-use devices, and dispose of all used components according to sharps and biohazard waste policies.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 305506 Protectiv IV Catheter is intended for professional medical use and should be used only as directed by qualified healthcare personnel. Clinicians should review the product labeling, instructions for use, contraindications, warnings, and facility protocols before use.

Use appropriate personal protective equipment when inserting, accessing, maintaining, or removing IV catheters. Follow all applicable OSHA, infection control, sharps safety, and medical waste disposal requirements. Do not use the catheter if the packaging is open, damaged, contaminated, or expired. Any adverse event, device issue, or suspected product defect should be reported according to facility policy and applicable regulatory requirements.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 305506 Protectiv IV Catheter Green 18gx1.25" 50/Bx, 4 BX/CA and add it to your cart. Complete check out 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.