Smiths Medical 339501 - CATHETER, IV, ACUVANCE JELCO, 18X1.25, 200/CS

The Smiths Medical 339501 Acuvance Jelco IV Catheter is designed for reliable peripheral intravenous access in clinical, hospital, emergency, outpatient, and procedural care environments. This 18G x 1.25 inch IV catheter supports efficient vascular access when a larger gauge catheter is clinically appropriate for fluid administration, medication delivery, blood draws, or urgent care applications.

Packaged 200 per case, the Smiths Medical 339501 catheter provides a practical supply option for healthcare facilities that require dependable IV access products for daily patient care. Its Acuvance Jelco design supports controlled insertion, clinician handling, and consistent performance when used according to facility protocol and the manufacturers instructions for use.

Key Benefits

• 18G catheter size supports higher-flow peripheral IV applications when clinically indicated.
• 1.25 inch catheter length provides practical access for a range of adult vascular access needs.
• Designed for professional IV insertion and peripheral venous access procedures.
• Case quantity of 200 helps support inventory planning for hospitals, clinics, and surgical centers.
• Suitable for routine and higher-demand clinical environments where dependable IV access is required.
• Jelco catheter design is widely recognized in healthcare settings for IV access applications.

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 339501 Acuvance Jelco IV Catheter is intended for use by trained healthcare professionals as part of peripheral intravenous access procedures. It may be used in settings where compatible IV administration sets, extension sets, saline locks, syringes, infusion pumps, and standard IV therapy supplies are used according to institutional protocol.

Common applications include peripheral IV access for fluid therapy, medication administration, emergency care, perioperative care, outpatient procedures, infusion support, and blood sampling when appropriate. Final product selection should always be based on patient condition, vein assessment, therapy requirements, and clinician judgment.

Usage Guidelines

• Use only by trained healthcare professionals familiar with peripheral IV catheter placement.
• Confirm the catheter size, length, packaging integrity, and expiration date before use.
• Prepare the insertion site using approved aseptic technique and facility infection-control procedures.
• Select an appropriate vein based on therapy needs, patient condition, and catheter gauge.
• Insert, secure, flush, dress, and monitor the catheter according to institutional policy and manufacturer guidance.
• Dispose of used devices immediately in an approved sharps container or medical waste system.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 339501 Acuvance Jelco IV Catheter should be used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions for use, applicable clinical standards, and facility policies for vascular access, infection prevention, sharps safety, and medical device handling. Healthcare providers should verify all current regulatory, sterility, and compliance information from the product packaging and official manufacturer documentation before use.

As with all IV catheters, proper aseptic technique, correct catheter selection, securement, site assessment, and ongoing monitoring are essential to help reduce the risk of infiltration, phlebitis, infection, occlusion, and other IV therapy complications.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with general-purpose peripheral IV catheters, the Smiths Medical 339501 Acuvance Jelco IV Catheter offers a dependable option from an established medical device line commonly used in professional healthcare environments. Its 18G x 1.25 inch configuration is well suited for facilities that need a larger gauge catheter for faster flow applications and procedural flexibility.

For purchasing teams, the 200 per case packaging can help simplify stocking, reduce frequent reordering, and support standardized clinical supply management. When comparing IV catheter options, buyers should evaluate catheter gauge, length, insertion technique, clinician preference, packaging quantity, compatibility with facility protocols, and total supply cost.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is commonly used by nurses, vascular access teams, emergency department clinicians, anesthesia teams, outpatient procedure staff, infusion teams, and other trained healthcare professionals responsible for peripheral IV placement and patient vascular access.

Typical settings include hospitals, emergency departments, ambulatory surgery centers, infusion clinics, urgent care centers, specialty clinics, and procedural units. The 18G x 1.25 inch size may be selected when a larger-bore peripheral IV catheter is appropriate for the patients therapy plan and vascular condition.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Assess the patients veins carefully before choosing an 18G catheter.
• Use aseptic technique throughout preparation, insertion, dressing, and access.
• Secure the catheter properly to reduce movement and help maintain site integrity.
• Label and document catheter placement according to facility requirements.
• Monitor the IV site regularly for pain, redness, swelling, leakage, infiltration, or signs of infection.
• Flush and maintain the catheter according to approved clinical protocol.
• Remove and replace the catheter when clinically indicated or according to institutional policy.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The Smiths Medical 339501 Acuvance Jelco IV Catheter is a professional-use medical device and should only be used by qualified healthcare personnel. Do not use if the package is opened, damaged, contaminated, or expired. Follow all applicable facility procedures for sharps handling, infection prevention, patient identification, documentation, and medical waste disposal.

Product specifications, packaging, materials, and regulatory status may vary by lot or distribution channel. Healthcare facilities should confirm current product details with the manufacturers documentation and applicable purchasing records before clinical use.

How to Order

Select the Smiths Medical 339501 CATHETER, IV, ACUVANCE JELCO, 18X1.25, 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.