Smiths Medical 3267 - CATHETER, SAFETY. VIAVALVE, IV, 20'X1", 200/CS

The Smiths Medical 3267 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter is designed for reliable peripheral intravenous access in clinical environments where safety, consistency, and workflow efficiency are essential. This safety IV catheter supports controlled catheter placement and is intended to help healthcare professionals establish vascular access for fluid administration, medication delivery, and routine IV therapy.

With a 20G x 1 inch configuration and 200 units per case, this ViaValve IV catheter is suitable for facilities that require dependable inventory for high-use patient care areas. Its safety-focused design helps support standard infection control practices, sharps safety protocols, and efficient bedside procedures.

Key Benefits

• Designed for peripheral IV access in hospitals, clinics, surgical centers, and emergency care settings.
• 20G size supports common adult IV therapy applications where moderate flow rates are required.
• 1 inch catheter length offers practical placement flexibility for routine venous access.
• Safety catheter design helps reduce unnecessary needle exposure during and after insertion.
• ViaValve configuration supports a cleaner, more controlled IV access workflow.
• Case packaging of 200 units helps support bulk purchasing and consistent supply planning.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 3267 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter is intended for use with standard peripheral IV therapy procedures and compatible IV administration practices as determined by facility protocol. It may be used in acute care, outpatient care, infusion departments, emergency departments, preoperative areas, and other clinical settings where peripheral vascular access is required.

Common applications include IV fluid administration, medication delivery, short-term vascular access, perioperative IV access, and routine patient care requiring a dependable safety IV catheter. Healthcare professionals should confirm compatibility with facility-approved IV tubing, connectors, securement devices, dressings, and flushing protocols before use.

Usage Guidelines

Use the Smiths Medical 3267 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter only by trained healthcare professionals in accordance with institutional procedures, aseptic technique, and applicable clinical guidelines. Select the appropriate catheter gauge and length based on the patient assessment, vein condition, prescribed therapy, expected flow needs, and facility policy.

Inspect the package before use. Do not use if the sterile barrier is open, damaged, or compromised. Prepare the insertion site according to facility infection prevention procedures, perform venipuncture using approved technique, advance the catheter as indicated, activate safety features according to the product instructions, and secure the catheter using an approved dressing and securement method.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 3267 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter is manufactured for clinical use and should be handled according to applicable medical device regulations, facility safety policies, and sharps injury prevention standards. Users should refer to the product packaging and manufacturer documentation for complete regulatory status, sterility information, expiration date, lot tracking, and instructions for use.

Facilities should ensure that all staff using this device are trained in safe IV catheter insertion, bloodborne pathogen precautions, sharps disposal, and catheter-related infection prevention practices.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with conventional non-safety IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 3267 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter provides a safety-oriented design that supports reduced needle exposure and a more controlled insertion workflow. For healthcare facilities focused on staff safety, patient care consistency, and standardized IV access supplies, this catheter offers a practical option within the safety IV catheter category.

Its 20G x 1 inch size makes it suitable for many routine adult peripheral IV applications, while the 200 count case format can help purchasing teams manage inventory more efficiently than smaller pack configurations. Selection should be based on clinical need, facility preference, user training, and compatibility with existing IV therapy protocols.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is commonly used by nurses, IV therapy teams, emergency department clinicians, perioperative staff, outpatient infusion teams, and other qualified healthcare professionals responsible for establishing peripheral venous access. It is well suited for environments that require frequent IV starts and reliable safety catheter availability.

Typical scenarios include patient admission, pre-procedure IV access, medication administration, hydration therapy, emergency care preparation, and routine clinical treatment where a 20G safety IV catheter is clinically appropriate.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Follow facility policy for catheter site selection, skin antisepsis, insertion technique, flushing, dressing changes, site assessment, and catheter removal. Monitor the insertion site regularly for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, redness, swelling, discomfort, or other complications. Replace or remove the catheter according to clinical assessment and institutional guidelines.

Store unused catheters in a clean, dry area away from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Rotate inventory by expiration date and verify product integrity before use. Dispose of used needles, introducers, and contaminated components immediately in approved sharps or biohazard containers according to facility procedures.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 3267 ViaValve Safety IV Catheter is intended for professional healthcare use. It should be used only as directed by the manufacturer and in accordance with applicable clinical standards and institutional policies. Do not reuse or resterilize single-use components. Reuse may increase the risk of infection, device failure, or patient injury.

Always review the product labeling, instructions for use, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and facility protocols before use. Any device-related concern should be reported according to institutional reporting procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 3267 CATHETER, SAFETY. VIAVALVE, IV, 20'X1", 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.