Smiths Medical 306701 - CATHETER, IV, 20"X1", RADIOPAQUE, SAFETY, 200/CS

The Smiths Medical 306701 IV catheter is designed for reliable peripheral intravenous access in clinical, hospital, emergency, and outpatient care settings. This safety IV catheter features a radiopaque catheter design to support visibility under appropriate imaging, helping clinicians confirm placement when required by facility protocol. With a 20G x 1 inch configuration and a 200 per case supply format, it is well suited for facilities that require consistent catheter availability for routine vascular access procedures.

Built for professional healthcare use, this catheter supports efficient IV therapy, medication administration, fluid delivery, and blood draw applications where a 20 gauge catheter is clinically appropriate. Its safety-focused design helps support needlestick injury reduction practices and aligns with modern vascular access safety expectations.

Key Benefits

• 20G x 1 inch size supports common peripheral IV access needs
• Radiopaque catheter material assists with visibility under appropriate imaging methods
• Safety catheter design helps support needlestick prevention protocols
• Suitable for fluid administration, medication delivery, and vascular access procedures
• Packaged 200 per case for efficient clinical inventory management
• Designed for use by trained healthcare professionals in controlled clinical environments
• Supports workflow consistency across hospitals, clinics, surgery centers, and emergency departments

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 306701 safety IV catheter is intended for use in peripheral intravenous access procedures where a 20 gauge, 1 inch catheter is appropriate based on patient condition, vein assessment, therapy requirements, and clinician judgment. It may be used with standard compatible IV administration components, extension sets, injection ports, securement products, and infusion systems according to facility guidelines.

Common applications include IV fluid therapy, medication administration, short-term vascular access, emergency care access, preoperative preparation, outpatient infusion support, and general medical-surgical use. Product compatibility should always be confirmed with the facility protocol, manufacturer guidance, and the clinical team responsible for vascular access management.

Usage Guidelines

Use the Smiths Medical 306701 IV catheter only as directed by trained medical personnel. Before use, inspect the package integrity, confirm the correct catheter size, and prepare the insertion site using approved aseptic technique. Select an appropriate vein based on patient needs, therapy type, expected dwell time, and facility standards.

After successful placement, secure the catheter using an approved securement method and connect only to compatible IV components. Monitor the insertion site according to facility policy for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, infection, dislodgement, or therapy-related complications. Dispose of used needles, catheter components, and packaging in accordance with sharps disposal and biomedical waste procedures.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 306701 catheter is intended for professional healthcare environments that follow applicable infection control, vascular access, and occupational safety standards. Facilities should verify product documentation, labeling, and regulatory status before clinical use. The safety catheter design supports workplace practices aimed at reducing accidental needlestick exposure and improving clinician protection during IV placement and disposal.

Healthcare teams should follow all applicable facility policies, manufacturer instructions, OSHA bloodborne pathogen precautions, CDC infection prevention guidance, and relevant vascular access standards when using this product.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard non-safety IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 306701 provides the added advantage of a safety-focused design that helps support needlestick injury prevention. Compared with basic peripheral IV catheters that may not include radiopaque visibility, this product offers radiopaque catheter construction to assist with clinical confirmation when imaging visibility is required.

For facilities comparing IV catheter options, this product offers a practical balance of recognized brand reliability, safety-oriented performance, common 20G x 1 inch sizing, and case-based purchasing efficiency. It is a strong option for healthcare buyers who need dependable IV access supplies for routine and high-volume clinical use.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

The Smiths Medical 306701 safety IV catheter is commonly used by nurses, emergency department staff, vascular access teams, anesthesia providers, infusion clinicians, and other trained healthcare professionals. It is suitable for hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, urgent care facilities, outpatient clinics, infusion centers, and long-term care environments where peripheral IV access is routinely performed.

Typical scenarios include starting IV lines for hydration, administering medications, preparing patients for procedures, supporting emergency access, and maintaining short-term vascular access when clinically indicated. The 200 per case configuration is especially useful for procurement teams managing recurring clinical supply needs.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the catheter in a clean, dry environment and keep it in its original packaging until ready for use. Rotate stock according to expiration dates and inspect packaging before each procedure. Do not use the product if the package is damaged, opened, contaminated, or past its expiration date.

Use aseptic technique during insertion and follow facility protocols for skin preparation, catheter securement, dressing changes, flushing, site assessment, and removal. Document catheter placement, gauge, site location, patient tolerance, and any complications according to clinical documentation standards. Dispose of all used components immediately after use in approved sharps or medical waste containers.

Regulatory and Safety Information

This product is intended for use by qualified healthcare professionals. It should be used only in accordance with product labeling, manufacturer instructions, and applicable clinical protocols. Patient selection, catheter size selection, insertion technique, dwell time, and ongoing monitoring should be determined by trained clinicians based on patient condition and therapy requirements.

To help reduce the risk of complications, clinicians should monitor for pain, swelling, redness, leakage, occlusion, infiltration, extravasation, phlebitis, infection, or device malfunction. Follow all applicable institutional policies for sharps safety, infection prevention, vascular access care, and medical waste disposal.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 306701 CATHETER, IV, 20"X1", RADIOPAQUE, SAFETY, 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.