Smiths Medical 3066 - CATHETER IV PROTECTIVE 20 GX11/4 200/CS

The Smiths Medical 1000839 Protective IV Catheter 20G x 1 1/4 inch is designed for professional intravenous access in clinical environments where dependable performance, patient safety, and workflow efficiency are essential. This protective IV catheter supports controlled peripheral venous access for a wide range of routine healthcare applications, including fluid administration, medication delivery, and short-term IV therapy.

Packaged 200 per case, this product is well suited for hospitals, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, emergency departments, and other care settings that require consistent inventory availability for high-volume IV procedures.

Key Benefits

• 20G size supports common peripheral IV access needs across a broad range of adult clinical applications.
• 1 1/4 inch catheter length provides practical access for routine venipuncture and IV therapy procedures.
• Protective catheter design helps support safer handling during insertion and disposal workflow.
• Case quantity of 200 helps streamline purchasing for busy healthcare facilities.
• Suitable for use in professional care settings where reliable vascular access products are required.
• Designed to support efficient clinical workflow while maintaining attention to patient care and procedural safety.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 1000839 Protective IV Catheter is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals for peripheral intravenous access. It may be used in settings where IV access is required for fluid therapy, medication administration, blood draws when clinically appropriate, and short-term vascular access support.

This catheter is commonly applicable in emergency care, inpatient nursing units, ambulatory care, outpatient infusion areas, preoperative holding areas, and procedural departments. Compatibility should always be confirmed with the facilitys IV administration sets, connectors, securement methods, and approved clinical protocols before use.

Usage Guidelines

• Use only by trained healthcare personnel following facility-approved IV insertion procedures.
• Inspect the package before use and do not use the catheter if the packaging is opened, damaged, or compromised.
• Select an appropriate vein and insertion site based on patient condition, therapy type, and clinical judgment.
• Prepare the site using approved antiseptic technique and follow infection-control standards.
• Insert and secure the catheter according to the manufacturers instructions for use and facility policy.
• Monitor the insertion site regularly for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, irritation, or other complications.
• Dispose of used devices immediately in an approved sharps container according to institutional and regulatory requirements.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 1000839 Protective IV Catheter should be used in accordance with the product labeling, manufacturer instructions, facility policies, and applicable healthcare safety standards. Clinical teams should verify current product documentation for sterility status, storage requirements, expiration date, lot information, and any specific regulatory or safety details before use.

For best practice, facilities should follow recognized infection-prevention procedures, sharps safety practices, and approved vascular access guidelines when using peripheral IV catheters.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard peripheral IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 1000839 Protective IV Catheter offers the advantage of a protective catheter format designed to support safer clinical handling. The 20G x 1 1/4 inch size provides a practical balance between flow capability and patient comfort for many routine IV access needs.

For facilities comparing IV catheter options, this product is a strong choice when the purchasing priority includes a recognized medical brand, protective catheter design, dependable sizing, and efficient case-pack ordering. While lower-cost alternatives may be available, healthcare buyers often consider consistency, staff familiarity, packaging quantity, and safety-focused design when selecting IV catheter supplies.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is typically used by nurses, emergency department clinicians, infusion staff, surgical center teams, outpatient care providers, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for peripheral IV access. It is appropriate for facilities that perform frequent IV starts and need reliable catheter inventory available for routine patient care.

Common application scenarios include emergency intake, preoperative IV placement, medication administration, hydration therapy, short-term infusion support, outpatient treatment visits, and general inpatient care where a 20G peripheral IV catheter is clinically appropriate.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store the product in a clean, dry area according to the manufacturers storage recommendations.
• Rotate inventory using first-expiring, first-out stock management to reduce waste.
• Confirm the correct gauge and catheter length before opening the package.
• Maintain aseptic technique during insertion and connection to IV administration components.
• Secure the catheter properly to help reduce movement, dislodgement, and site irritation.
• Assess the IV site according to facility policy and remove the catheter when clinically indicated.
• Document insertion details, site condition, catheter size, date, time, and any patient response according to facility requirements.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 1000839 Protective IV Catheter is intended for professional medical use. Healthcare providers should follow the manufacturers instructions for use, facility protocols, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Proper training, aseptic technique, patient monitoring, and sharps disposal are essential for safe use.

This product should not be reused. Single-use medical devices must be discarded after use according to clinical waste and sharps disposal procedures. Always verify the correct product, size, packaging condition, expiration date, and lot number before use.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 1000839 CATHETER IV PROTECTIVE 20 GX11/4 200/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.