Evaluation: BD Nexiva and Nexiva Diffusics Protective Peripheral IV Catheters

March 22, 2017 | Evaluations & Guidance

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The primary purpose of the Nexiva and Nexiva Diffusics is to create short-term vascular access for the delivery of fluids, medications, and contrast media, as well as for blood sampling. In addition, the Nexiva Diffusics may be preferred in radiology settings.
Major device components and software features:
- Needle—used to access the vessel
- Catheter—a small flexible cannula that covers the needle (except for the tip) and, after insertion, remains in the arm (1) Nexiva
  - Gauges: 18 to 24
  - Lengths: 0.56 to 1.75 in
  - Pressure rating i) 18 to 22 G: 300 psi