Smiths Medical 326300 - CATHETER, SAFETY. VIAVALVE, IV, 24'X5/8, EACH

The Smiths Medical 326300 ViaValve IV Safety Catheter is designed for peripheral intravenous access where a compact, safety-focused catheter is required. With a 24G size and 5/8 inch length, this catheter is commonly selected for patients with smaller or more delicate veins, including pediatric, geriatric, and difficult-access patients. Its safety-oriented design supports controlled IV catheter placement while helping clinicians follow standard precautions for needlestick risk reduction.

This catheter is suitable for healthcare environments that require reliable venous access products for medication delivery, hydration therapy, blood draws where clinically appropriate, and short-term IV therapy. The single-unit format makes it practical for facilities that need individual catheter availability for point-of-care use.

Key Benefits

• 24G catheter size supports access in small, fragile, or difficult veins.
• 5/8 inch catheter length helps provide controlled placement for short peripheral IV access.
• Safety catheter design supports needlestick injury prevention protocols.
• ViaValve IV catheter format is intended to help reduce blood exposure during insertion and handling.
• Suitable for hospitals, outpatient clinics, emergency departments, infusion centers, and procedural care areas.
• Individual each packaging supports convenient inventory management and point-of-use availability.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 326300 ViaValve IV Safety Catheter is intended for use with standard peripheral IV access procedures performed by trained healthcare professionals. It may be used with compatible IV administration sets, extension sets, needleless connectors, and infusion therapy systems according to facility protocol and the product instructions for use.

Typical applications include peripheral venous access for IV fluids, medication administration, contrast or diagnostic support when clinically appropriate, and short-term infusion therapy. The 24G x 5/8 inch configuration is especially useful when smaller-gauge access is preferred to reduce vein trauma or improve insertion control in delicate vascular access situations.

Usage Guidelines

Use the Smiths Medical 326300 ViaValve IV Safety Catheter only in accordance with the manufacturer instructions for use and the healthcare facilitys vascular access policies. Confirm catheter size, insertion site, patient condition, therapy requirements, and compatibility with the intended infusion setup before use.

Prepare the insertion site using approved antiseptic technique. Insert the catheter using aseptic technique, confirm proper placement according to clinical standards, secure the catheter appropriately, and connect only to compatible IV components. Monitor the site regularly for infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, pain, swelling, or signs of infection. Dispose of the device immediately after use in an approved sharps or regulated medical waste container as required by facility policy.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 326300 ViaValve IV Safety Catheter is intended for professional medical use and should be handled according to applicable healthcare safety standards, infection prevention requirements, and institutional vascular access protocols. The safety catheter design supports compliance with standard needlestick injury prevention practices and bloodborne pathogen exposure control procedures.

Healthcare facilities should verify all current manufacturer documentation, packaging information, sterility status, expiration date, and applicable regulatory details before clinical use. The device should not be used if the package is damaged, opened, contaminated, or expired.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with conventional non-safety IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 326300 ViaValve IV Safety Catheter provides a more safety-focused option for facilities prioritizing needlestick risk reduction and blood exposure control. Its small 24G x 5/8 inch size gives clinicians a practical choice for patients who require a finer catheter for peripheral access.

When compared with larger-gauge IV catheters, this model is better suited for smaller veins and patients where comfort, vein preservation, and controlled placement are important. For facilities comparing safety IV catheter options, Smiths Medical offers a recognized vascular access product line designed for consistent clinical performance and workflow compatibility.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This catheter is typically used by nurses, vascular access specialists, emergency department clinicians, infusion therapy teams, outpatient care providers, and other trained medical professionals responsible for peripheral IV placement. It is appropriate for acute care, ambulatory care, urgent care, diagnostic areas, and specialty clinics where small-gauge IV access is needed.

Common scenarios include IV access for patients with fragile veins, pediatric patients, older adults, oncology or infusion patients, and individuals requiring short-term medication or fluid administration. The each format also supports use in procedure rooms, crash carts, IV start kits, and departments that require flexible single-unit catheter stocking.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Select the catheter gauge and length based on the prescribed therapy, vessel condition, expected infusion rate, and patient-specific clinical needs. Always inspect the device packaging before use and maintain aseptic technique throughout insertion and connection. Secure the catheter properly to help reduce movement, dislodgement, and site complications.

After placement, document the catheter size, insertion site, date, time, number of attempts, and any patient response according to facility requirements. Follow institutional policies for flushing, dressing changes, site assessment, dwell time, and catheter removal. Do not reuse or resterilize a single-use catheter.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 326300 ViaValve IV Safety Catheter is a medical device intended for use by trained healthcare professionals. It should be used only for its intended clinical purpose and according to the manufacturers instructions, applicable regulations, and facility procedures.

Observe standard precautions during handling and insertion. Dispose of used components in accordance with sharps safety and regulated medical waste requirements. Do not use the catheter if sterility may be compromised, if the packaging is damaged, or if the device appears defective. Patient monitoring and clinical judgment are required during and after catheter placement.

How to Order

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