Smiths Medical 306201 - Protectiv Plus IV Catheter 16gX1.25" Ea, 50 EA/BX

The Smiths Medical 306201 Protectiv Plus IV Catheter is a 16G x 1.25 inch peripheral IV catheter designed for reliable vascular access in clinical settings where secure insertion, dependable performance, and staff safety are important. Built for professional healthcare use, this catheter supports efficient IV therapy, fluid administration, medication delivery, and other procedures requiring a large-bore peripheral access device.

Each box contains 50 individual catheters, making it suitable for hospitals, emergency departments, outpatient centers, surgical units, and other healthcare facilities that require consistent IV catheter availability. The Protectiv Plus design is intended to support safer handling practices while maintaining the clinical performance expected from Smiths Medical vascular access products.

Key Benefits

• 16G size supports high-flow applications where a larger peripheral IV catheter is clinically appropriate.
• 1.25 inch catheter length provides practical placement options for suitable peripheral veins.
• Safety-focused catheter design helps support needlestick injury reduction protocols.
• Designed for smooth insertion and dependable vascular access when used by trained healthcare professionals.
• Box of 50 units helps maintain procedural readiness in high-use clinical environments.
• Suitable for acute care, emergency care, perioperative care, and general IV therapy applications.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 306201 Protectiv Plus IV Catheter is intended for use as part of standard peripheral IV therapy workflows. It may be used with compatible IV administration sets, extension sets, injection caps, needle-free connectors, and related vascular access supplies according to facility policy and product instructions for use.

Common clinical applications may include fluid replacement, medication administration, blood draws when clinically appropriate, blood product administration where permitted by protocol, emergency access, and perioperative IV support. Final product selection should be based on patient condition, vein quality, therapy requirements, clinician judgment, and applicable institutional guidelines.

Usage Guidelines

• Use only by trained healthcare professionals familiar with peripheral IV catheter placement and facility protocols.
• Inspect the package before use and do not use if the sterile barrier is damaged, opened, or compromised.
• Select the catheter gauge and length based on the prescribed therapy, patient vascular condition, and clinical need.
• Follow aseptic technique during preparation, insertion, securement, access, and maintenance.
• Confirm catheter placement and patency according to clinical policy before initiating therapy.
• Dispose of used components immediately in an approved sharps or biohazard container as required by facility policy.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 306201 Protectiv Plus IV Catheter should be used in accordance with the manufacturer instructions for use, applicable healthcare facility procedures, and relevant infection prevention standards. As a sterile single-use medical device, it is intended to support safe clinical practice when handled, inserted, secured, and disposed of properly.

Healthcare facilities should follow applicable requirements and guidance related to vascular access, sharps safety, infection control, occupational exposure prevention, and medical device handling. Users should verify current product labeling, packaging details, and any regulatory documentation before use in patient care.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard peripheral IV catheters, the Smiths Medical Protectiv Plus line is designed with a stronger focus on safety and clinical usability. The 306201 model offers a 16G x 1.25 inch configuration that may be preferred when a larger-bore catheter is required for faster flow rates or more demanding IV therapy needs.

While many competing IV catheters offer basic vascular access functionality, this product is suitable for facilities that prioritize dependable insertion performance, safety-conscious design, recognized manufacturer quality, and box-level supply efficiency. Product choice should always be aligned with clinical protocol, staff preference, and patient-specific requirements.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is typically used by nurses, emergency department clinicians, anesthesia teams, infusion staff, surgical staff, and other licensed healthcare professionals responsible for peripheral IV access. It is especially relevant in settings where reliable access and efficient workflow are essential.

Typical use scenarios include emergency care, preoperative preparation, postoperative care, inpatient therapy, outpatient procedures, infusion support, and clinical situations requiring a 16G peripheral IV catheter. The box of 50 units also makes it appropriate for facilities that need consistent stock for routine and urgent vascular access procedures.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Choose an appropriate insertion site based on vein assessment, therapy type, patient comfort, and expected duration of use.
• Prepare the site using approved antiseptic technique and allow the skin preparation to dry fully before insertion.
• Secure the catheter according to facility policy to reduce movement, dislodgement, and complications.
• Assess the site regularly for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, redness, swelling, pain, or dressing compromise.
• Maintain catheter access using approved flushing, dressing, and connector practices.
• Replace or remove the catheter according to clinical indication, facility protocol, and patient condition.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 306201 Protectiv Plus IV Catheter is intended for professional medical use only. It should not be reused, resterilized, or used after the expiration date. Reuse of single-use vascular access devices may increase the risk of infection, device failure, cross-contamination, or patient injury.

Clinicians should follow all applicable facility policies, manufacturer instructions, and regulatory requirements for sterile device handling, sharps safety, documentation, and disposal. Product specifications, packaging, and availability may vary, so healthcare buyers should confirm current details before purchase.

How to Order

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