Smiths Medical 3057 - CATHETER IV PROTECTIVE 20GAX1 200/CS
Smiths Medical 3057 CATHETER IV PROTECTIVE 20GAX1 200/CS is a protective intravenous catheter designed for reliable peripheral IV access in clinical care settings. The 20 gauge x 1 inch size offers a practical balance of flow performance, patient comfort, and everyday usability for common infusion and medication delivery needs.
This IV catheter is suitable for healthcare teams that require dependable vascular access products in case packaging for routine patient care, emergency departments, outpatient services, and procedural environments. Its protective design supports safer handling during IV placement and disposal, helping facilities maintain consistent clinical workflows and needle safety practices.
Key Benefits
- 20 gauge x 1 inch catheter size supports common peripheral IV access requirements.
- Protective catheter design helps reduce handling risk during and after insertion.
- Suitable for medication administration, fluid delivery, and short-term IV therapy when clinically appropriate.
- Case quantity of 200 supports efficient stocking for busy healthcare facilities.
- Designed for professional clinical use by trained healthcare personnel.
- Helps standardize IV access supplies across departments and care teams.
Compatibility and Applications
The Smiths Medical 3057 Protective IV Catheter is intended for use in peripheral intravenous access procedures where a 20 gauge x 1 inch catheter is clinically appropriate. It may be used in hospitals, surgery centers, emergency care areas, infusion services, urgent care clinics, physician offices, and other licensed healthcare environments.
Common applications include IV fluid administration, medication delivery, contrast-related preparation where facility protocol permits, and general vascular access support. Compatibility should always be confirmed with the facilitys IV administration sets, connectors, extension sets, infusion pumps, and clinical protocols before use.
Usage Guidelines
Use this product only according to the manufacturers instructions for use and the facilitys vascular access policy. Before opening the package, confirm the correct catheter size, inspect the packaging for damage, and verify that the product is within its labeled expiration date.
Healthcare professionals should follow aseptic technique, select an appropriate insertion site, prepare the skin according to institutional policy, and secure the catheter properly after placement. After use, dispose of all sharps and contaminated materials in approved sharps containers and biohazard waste systems.
Certifications and Safety Standards
Smiths Medical 3057 CATHETER IV PROTECTIVE 20GAX1 200/CS is intended for regulated healthcare use and should be handled according to applicable clinical, infection control, and sharps safety standards. Facilities should verify product labeling, sterility status, expiration dating, and any current regulatory documentation before use.
For patient safety, this catheter should be used only by trained medical staff familiar with peripheral IV insertion, vascular access assessment, catheter securement, and post-insertion monitoring. Always follow OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards, facility sharps safety policies, and applicable state and federal healthcare regulations.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with standard non-protective IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 3057 Protective IV Catheter is designed to support safer clinical handling and more controlled disposal after venipuncture. This can be especially valuable in high-volume settings where staff efficiency and needlestick prevention are important priorities.
Compared with general-purpose IV catheter options, this product offers a practical 20 gauge x 1 inch configuration, making it a commonly selected size for routine peripheral access. The 200 per case packaging also supports purchasing efficiency and inventory planning for healthcare facilities that use IV catheters regularly.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is typically used by nurses, physicians, emergency medical teams, infusion specialists, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for establishing peripheral IV access. It is well suited for departments that need consistent IV catheter availability and dependable case-based supply management.
Typical scenarios include emergency room intake, preoperative preparation, outpatient infusion appointments, inpatient medication administration, short-term hydration therapy, and routine clinical procedures requiring peripheral venous access. Selection of this catheter should be based on patient condition, vein quality, therapy type, expected flow needs, and facility protocol.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Store the catheter in a clean, dry, temperature-appropriate area according to the manufacturers storage recommendations. Keep products in their original packaging until ready for use and rotate stock to ensure older inventory is used before newer supply.
Before insertion, confirm that the selected catheter size is appropriate for the patient and treatment plan. After placement, monitor the IV site for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, pain, swelling, or catheter-related complications. Replace or remove the catheter according to clinical policy and patient need.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This product is intended for professional healthcare use and should not be used by untrained individuals. It should be used only in accordance with the manufacturers instructions, facility procedures, and applicable healthcare regulations.
Do not use if the package is open, damaged, contaminated, or expired. Do not resterilize or reuse single-use IV catheters. Reuse may increase the risk of infection, device failure, cross-contamination, and patient harm. Dispose of used catheters and needles immediately in approved sharps containers.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 3057 CATHETER IV PROTECTIVE 20GAX1 200/CS 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.
