Smiths Medical 335903 - Ref# 3359 Peripheral IV Catheter Acuvance Plus 20 Gauge 1.75 Inch Retracting Safety Needle, 200/Case

The Smiths Medical 335903 Ref# 3359 Peripheral IV Catheter Acuvance Plus is designed for reliable peripheral vascular access in clinical environments where safety, consistency, and procedural efficiency are essential. This 20 gauge, 1.75 inch IV catheter features a retracting safety needle to help reduce accidental needlestick exposure after venipuncture. Supplied 200 per case, it is a practical option for hospitals, outpatient departments, emergency care areas, infusion services, and healthcare facilities managing routine IV starts.

With its Acuvance Plus design, this peripheral IV catheter supports controlled insertion, secure catheter placement, and clinician confidence during patient care. The 20 gauge size provides a versatile balance between flow capability and patient comfort, making it suitable for a wide range of peripheral IV applications.

Key Benefits

• 20 gauge catheter size supports common peripheral IV access needs across acute and outpatient care settings.
• 1.75 inch catheter length provides added reach for patients who may require a longer peripheral IV catheter option.
• Retracting safety needle helps support sharps injury prevention protocols after catheter placement.
• Designed for reliable venipuncture, catheter advancement, and routine IV therapy procedures.
• Case quantity of 200 supports purchasing efficiency for high-use clinical departments.
• Suitable for facilities focused on standardization, workflow consistency, and staff safety.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 335903 Acuvance Plus Peripheral IV Catheter is intended for peripheral intravenous access when used by trained healthcare professionals according to facility protocols. It may be used in general medical-surgical units, emergency departments, ambulatory care centers, infusion clinics, preoperative areas, and other approved clinical settings where peripheral IV access is required.

This catheter can support the administration of compatible IV fluids, medications, and therapies as directed by clinical policy and the prescribing provider. Always confirm compatibility with the intended IV therapy, infusion device, extension set, connector, dressing, and securement method before use.

Usage Guidelines

Use the Smiths Medical 335903 Peripheral IV Catheter only by trained personnel following aseptic technique and the healthcare facilitys vascular access procedures. Select the appropriate catheter gauge, length, and insertion site based on the patients condition, vein quality, prescribed therapy, expected dwell time, and institutional guidelines.

Inspect the package before opening. Do not use the device if the sterile barrier is damaged, opened, or compromised. Prepare the insertion site according to facility protocol, perform venipuncture using proper technique, advance the catheter as appropriate, activate the retracting safety needle mechanism after placement, and dispose of the needle component in an approved sharps container. Secure and dress the catheter site according to clinical standards.

Certifications and Safety Standards

Smiths Medical peripheral IV catheter products are manufactured for professional healthcare use and should be handled according to applicable institutional, state, and federal safety requirements. The retracting safety needle design supports sharps safety initiatives and helps facilities align with needlestick prevention practices.

Healthcare providers should verify current product labeling, packaging, instructions for use, and regulatory status before clinical use. Sterility, expiration dating, lot control, and storage requirements should be reviewed at the point of use to ensure compliance with facility quality and safety standards.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with standard non-safety IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 335903 Acuvance Plus Peripheral IV Catheter offers the added benefit of a retracting safety needle, which supports safer post-insertion handling. This feature may help reduce occupational exposure risk while maintaining the practical performance expected from a peripheral IV catheter.

When compared with shorter peripheral IV catheter options, the 1.75 inch length may be preferred for selected patients or insertion sites where additional catheter length is beneficial. The 20 gauge size also provides broad clinical utility, offering a balance between infusion performance and patient comfort. For facilities evaluating IV catheter options, the Smiths Medical 335903 provides a strong combination of safety-focused design, dependable handling, and bulk case packaging.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is commonly used by nurses, vascular access teams, emergency clinicians, infusion specialists, anesthesiology staff, and other licensed healthcare professionals responsible for establishing peripheral IV access. It is well suited for clinical areas with frequent IV starts and a need for consistent, safety-oriented catheter products.

Typical application scenarios include routine IV fluid administration, medication delivery, preoperative IV access, emergency department IV placement, outpatient infusion preparation, and general peripheral vascular access procedures. The 200 per case packaging makes it suitable for hospitals, surgery centers, clinics, and purchasing departments managing recurring IV catheter demand.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

Choose the smallest appropriate gauge and the most suitable catheter length for the prescribed therapy and patient condition. Follow facility policy for skin antisepsis, insertion technique, securement, dressing selection, site assessment, flushing, documentation, and catheter removal. Monitor the IV site routinely for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, leakage, occlusion, discomfort, redness, swelling, or other complications.

Store the product in a clean, dry area away from extreme temperature, moisture, and direct contamination. Rotate inventory by expiration date and inspect packaging before use. Dispose of all sharps and used components according to facility infection control and hazardous waste procedures.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 335903 Acuvance Plus Peripheral IV Catheter is intended for professional clinical use and should be used only in accordance with the manufacturers instructions for use and institutional policy. Do not reuse, resterilize, or use beyond the labeled expiration date. Single-use devices must be discarded after use according to approved medical waste and sharps disposal procedures.

Clinicians should confirm patient suitability, therapy requirements, and device selection before placement. Any adverse event, device concern, or suspected product defect should be reported according to the healthcare facilitys internal reporting process and applicable regulatory requirements.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 335903 Ref# 3359 Peripheral IV Catheter Acuvance Plus 20 Gauge 1.75 Inch Retracting Safety Needle, 200/Case 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.