Smiths Medical 307500 - Catheter Protective IV 18G 200/CS

The Smiths Medical 307500 Catheter Protective IV 18G 200/CS is designed for reliable peripheral intravenous access in clinical environments where consistent performance, patient comfort, and safety-focused handling are essential. This 18 gauge IV catheter supports efficient vascular access for fluid administration, medication delivery, and routine infusion therapy in hospitals, outpatient centers, emergency departments, and other healthcare settings.

Built for professional use, this protective IV catheter helps clinicians perform venipuncture with dependable control while supporting standard infection prevention and sharps safety practices. Its 18G size is commonly selected when a higher flow rate is needed compared with smaller gauge catheters, making it suitable for a wide range of adult IV access applications.

Key Benefits

• 18G catheter size supports efficient fluid and medication delivery.
• Protective catheter design helps support safer handling during and after insertion.
• Suitable for routine peripheral IV access in acute care and outpatient environments.
• Designed for clinical workflow consistency and dependable vascular access.
• Packaged as 200 per case to support facility purchasing, inventory planning, and high-volume use.
• Helps healthcare teams maintain standardized IV catheter supplies across departments.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 307500 Protective IV Catheter is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals for peripheral intravenous access. It may be used with compatible IV administration sets, extension sets, needle-free connectors, infusion systems, and other standard IV therapy accessories as directed by facility protocol.

Common applications include IV fluid administration, medication infusion, blood draw access when clinically appropriate, emergency care access, perioperative preparation, and inpatient or outpatient infusion support. The 18G size is often used when faster flow capability is required, depending on the patient condition, vein quality, and prescribed therapy.

Usage Guidelines

• Use only by trained clinicians according to facility policy and the product instructions for use.
• Inspect the package before use and do not use if the sterile barrier is damaged or opened.
• Select the catheter gauge based on patient condition, vein assessment, therapy type, and required flow rate.
• Prepare the insertion site using approved aseptic technique and facility infection control standards.
• Confirm proper catheter placement before beginning infusion therapy.
• Secure the catheter with an appropriate dressing and stabilization method.
• Dispose of used components immediately in an approved sharps container or medical waste container as applicable.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 307500 Catheter Protective IV 18G 200/CS is manufactured for professional healthcare use and should be handled in accordance with applicable clinical safety requirements, infection prevention standards, and facility protocols. Users should refer to the product labeling, packaging, and manufacturer instructions for specific regulatory, sterility, storage, and single-use information.

Healthcare facilities should ensure compliance with applicable OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards, sharps safety practices, CDC infection prevention guidance, and internal IV therapy procedures when using peripheral IV catheter products.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard non-protective IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 307500 Protective IV Catheter supports a safety-focused approach to peripheral IV access. Its protective design helps align with modern clinical expectations for safer catheter handling, efficient workflow, and reduced exposure risk during routine IV procedures.

For facilities comparing IV catheter options, this product offers the advantages of a recognized medical device manufacturer, a practical 18G size, and case packaging that supports purchasing efficiency. It is a strong option for teams that need dependable IV access supplies for high-use clinical areas without compromising safety-focused handling practices.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This IV catheter is commonly used by registered nurses, emergency department clinicians, infusion therapy teams, anesthesiology staff, surgical center personnel, and other licensed healthcare professionals responsible for vascular access. It is appropriate for adult care settings where 18G peripheral access is clinically suitable.

Typical application scenarios include emergency fluid administration, preoperative IV placement, inpatient medication infusion, outpatient treatment support, and routine hospital IV therapy. Because it is supplied as 200 per case, it is also well suited for healthcare facilities that need reliable stock levels for daily patient care operations.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store catheters in a clean, dry area away from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.
• Rotate inventory using first-expire, first-out procedures to help reduce product waste.
• Keep the catheter in its original packaging until the point of use.
• Use aseptic technique throughout insertion, securement, access, and dressing changes.
• Assess the IV site regularly for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, infection, leakage, or discomfort.
• Replace or discontinue the catheter according to clinical need, facility policy, and current standards of care.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 307500 Catheter Protective IV 18G 200/CS is intended for single-patient clinical use according to the manufacturer instructions and healthcare facility protocols. Do not reuse, resterilize, or use the device if the package has been compromised. Proper disposal is required after use to support sharps safety and infection control compliance.

Clinicians should confirm product suitability before use and follow all applicable institutional policies for vascular access device selection, insertion technique, securement, monitoring, and removal. Any adverse events, product concerns, or suspected device defects should be reported according to facility procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 307500 Catheter Protective IV 18G 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.