Smiths Medical 307700 - Catheter Protective IV 20Gx1" 200/CS

The Smiths Medical 307700 Catheter Protective IV 20G x 1" 200/CS is designed for reliable peripheral intravenous access in clinical environments where safety, consistency, and efficient workflow are essential. This protective IV catheter offers a practical 20 gauge size with a 1 inch catheter length, making it suitable for many common IV therapy applications, including medication administration, fluid delivery, and routine vascular access procedures.

Packaged 200 per case, this catheter option supports healthcare facilities that need dependable inventory for daily patient care. Its protective design helps support safer insertion practices and helps reduce unnecessary handling during IV placement.

Key Benefits

• 20G x 1" size supports a wide range of routine peripheral IV applications.
• Protective IV catheter design helps promote safer clinical handling.
• Suitable for medication delivery, hydration therapy, and general vascular access needs.
• Case quantity of 200 supports hospital, clinic, and outpatient supply requirements.
• Designed for consistent performance in fast-paced healthcare settings.
• Helps standardize IV catheter selection for facilities using Smiths Medical vascular access products.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 307700 Catheter Protective IV 20G x 1" is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals in settings where peripheral IV access is required. The 20 gauge size is commonly selected for patients who require routine fluid administration, medication delivery, or blood-compatible access when clinically appropriate.

This product may be used in hospitals, emergency departments, ambulatory surgery centers, infusion clinics, physician offices, and other care environments that require sterile IV catheter placement. Compatibility should always be confirmed with facility protocols, IV administration sets, extension sets, connectors, and the specific clinical therapy being delivered.

Usage Guidelines

Use the Smiths Medical 307700 Catheter Protective IV only according to the product instructions for use and the policies of the healthcare facility. Before use, inspect the packaging to confirm sterility and ensure there is no visible damage. Select the catheter size based on patient condition, vein assessment, therapy type, expected flow requirements, and clinician judgment.

Prepare the insertion site using approved aseptic technique. After catheter placement, secure the device according to facility standards and confirm patency before beginning therapy. Dispose of used components immediately in an approved sharps or medical waste container as required by local regulations and clinical policy.

Certifications and Safety Standards

Smiths Medical vascular access products are manufactured for professional healthcare use and are designed to support applicable quality, sterility, and medical device safety expectations. The Smiths Medical 307700 Catheter Protective IV should be used only by trained clinicians and only for its intended purpose.

Healthcare teams should follow all relevant infection prevention standards, occupational safety requirements, sharps safety procedures, and facility-specific IV therapy guidelines. Always refer to the product labeling and instructions for use for complete safety information, contraindications, warnings, and handling requirements.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with generic IV catheter options, the Smiths Medical 307700 Catheter Protective IV offers the advantage of a recognized manufacturer with a focus on clinical reliability and vascular access workflow. Its protective design can help support safer handling during IV procedures, while the 20G x 1" configuration provides a practical balance between flow capability and patient comfort for many routine applications.

For facilities comparing IV catheter options, important considerations include gauge selection, catheter length, safety features, ease of insertion, sterility assurance, packaging quantity, clinician familiarity, and supply consistency. The 200 per case configuration makes this product a strong choice for organizations that need reliable stocking for frequent IV starts.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is commonly used by nurses, IV therapy teams, emergency department clinicians, outpatient infusion staff, surgical center teams, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for establishing peripheral IV access. It is suitable for facilities that need a dependable 20 gauge catheter option for daily patient care.

Typical scenarios include routine IV line placement, preoperative access, emergency department treatment, outpatient medication administration, hydration therapy, and general clinical procedures where peripheral vascular access is required. The 20G x 1" size can be appropriate when moderate flow performance and patient comfort are both important considerations.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the Smiths Medical 307700 Catheter Protective IV in a clean, dry, temperature-controlled supply area according to product labeling and facility policy. Rotate inventory using a first-expiring, first-out method to help maintain supply quality and reduce waste.

Before each use, verify the correct product number, gauge, catheter length, and package integrity. Use aseptic technique throughout preparation and insertion. After placement, monitor the IV site according to facility guidelines for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, infection, dislodgement, or therapy-related complications. Replace or remove the catheter based on clinical assessment, therapy requirements, and institutional policy.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 307700 Catheter Protective IV 20G x 1" 200/CS is intended for professional medical use. It should be handled only by qualified healthcare personnel trained in peripheral IV insertion, catheter securement, infection control, and sharps disposal.

Do not use the product if the sterile package is opened, damaged, or compromised. Do not reuse or resterilize single-use components. Follow all applicable federal, state, local, and facility requirements for medical device handling, documentation, and disposal. For complete regulatory, safety, and clinical use details, refer to the manufacturers labeling and instructions for use.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 307700 Catheter Protective IV 20Gx1" 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.