Smiths Medical 3358 - ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter, Straight Hub, Radiopaque, 14g X 2", OCRILON Polyurethane, Orange

The Smiths Medical 3358 ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter is designed for reliable peripheral intravenous access in clinical environments where performance, visibility, and safety are essential. This 14g x 2 inch catheter features a straight hub design, radiopaque construction, orange gauge identification, and OCRILON polyurethane material to support smooth insertion and dependable vascular access.

Built for use by trained healthcare professionals, this safety I.V. catheter helps support efficient vascular access procedures while assisting facilities in maintaining sharps safety practices. Its radiopaque catheter material allows visibility under imaging when clinically required, while the straight hub design provides a familiar handling profile for high-flow I.V. access applications.

Key Benefits

• 14g x 2 inch size supports large-bore peripheral I.V. access when clinically appropriate
• Straight hub design provides a familiar, controlled connection point for clinicians
• Radiopaque catheter construction helps support imaging visibility
• OCRILON polyurethane material is designed for flexibility and clinical performance
• Orange color coding supports quick gauge identification in busy care settings
• Safety catheter design helps reduce exposure risk associated with needlestick injuries
• Suitable for hospitals, emergency departments, surgical areas, and acute care environments

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 3358 ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter is intended for peripheral intravenous access and is compatible with standard clinical I.V. administration practices when used according to facility protocol and manufacturer instructions. Its large-bore 14g size may be selected for applications where rapid fluid delivery, blood administration, contrast-related workflows, or emergency vascular access may be required, based on clinician judgment.

Typical applications include emergency care, operating rooms, trauma settings, inpatient units, and other acute care areas where dependable peripheral access is needed. Compatibility should always be confirmed with the specific I.V. sets, extension sets, connectors, fluids, medications, and institutional procedures used by the healthcare facility.

Usage Guidelines

Use the Smiths Medical 3358 ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter only by trained medical personnel following approved aseptic technique and facility policy. Inspect the package before use and do not use the catheter if the packaging is open, damaged, contaminated, or past the listed expiration date.

Select the appropriate catheter gauge and length based on patient condition, vein assessment, prescribed therapy, flow requirements, and clinical indication. Prepare the insertion site according to infection prevention protocol, perform venipuncture using standard technique, confirm placement, secure the catheter properly, and connect to compatible I.V. components as directed by institutional guidelines.

After placement, monitor the insertion site regularly for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, dislodgement, occlusion, infection, or patient discomfort. Dispose of the introducer needle and all used components in an approved sharps or medical waste container according to facility and regulatory requirements.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 3358 ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter is manufactured for professional healthcare use and should be handled in accordance with applicable medical device regulations, infection prevention standards, and facility safety policies. As a safety I.V. catheter, it is designed to support safer vascular access practices and reduce the risk of accidental sharps exposure when used correctly.

Healthcare facilities should verify product-specific documentation, labeling, sterility status, lot information, expiration date, and any applicable compliance details before use. Always follow the manufacturers instructions for use and the organizations policies for vascular access, sharps safety, and medical waste disposal.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard non-safety peripheral I.V. catheters, the Smiths Medical 3358 ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter offers an added safety-focused design to help reduce needlestick exposure risk. Its radiopaque catheter material provides an advantage over non-radiopaque options when imaging visibility is important in the care pathway.

Compared with smaller-gauge I.V. catheters, this 14g x 2 inch catheter supports higher-flow access when clinically indicated. The straight hub design also provides a traditional handling experience that many clinicians prefer for controlled insertion, secure connection, and efficient workflow in fast-paced environments.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is typically used by nurses, emergency clinicians, anesthesiology teams, vascular access specialists, surgical staff, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for peripheral I.V. catheter placement. It is well suited for facilities that require dependable large-bore I.V. access products with safety features and radiopaque visibility.

Common application scenarios include emergency department intake, trauma response, perioperative care, fluid resuscitation, blood product administration, contrast-related clinical workflows, and acute patient stabilization. Final product selection should be based on the patients vascular condition, therapy requirements, clinician assessment, and institutional protocol.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Store the Smiths Medical 3358 ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter in a clean, dry, temperature-controlled area away from direct sunlight, moisture, and potential contamination. Keep the product in its original packaging until ready for use to help maintain sterility and product integrity.

Use proper hand hygiene, skin antisepsis, and aseptic technique during insertion and maintenance. Secure the catheter according to facility policy to reduce movement and minimize the risk of dislodgement or complications. Assess the site routinely and replace or remove the catheter according to clinical need, manufacturer guidance, and institutional vascular access standards.

Do not reuse, resterilize, or modify the catheter. Dispose of all used components immediately after use in the appropriate medical waste stream. Document insertion details, site condition, gauge, location, patient response, and follow-up assessments according to facility requirements.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 3358 ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter is intended for use by qualified healthcare professionals in appropriate clinical settings. It should be used only for its labeled purpose and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions for use, applicable regulations, and institutional policies.

Do not use the device if the sterile barrier is compromised, the product appears damaged, or the catheter does not function as expected. Clinicians should follow standard precautions, sharps safety procedures, and infection control practices throughout insertion, maintenance, and disposal. Patient monitoring is required to identify potential complications such as infiltration, extravasation, occlusion, phlebitis, bleeding, infection, or catheter-related discomfort.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 3358 ACUVANCE PLUS Safety I.V. Catheter, Straight Hub, Radiopaque, 14g X 2", OCRILON Polyurethane, Orange 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.