Evaluation: Smiths Medical ProtectIV Plus Short Peripheral IV Catheter
September 15, 2021 | Evaluations & Guidance
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- Used to create short-term vascular access (vein or artery) for the delivery of fluids, medications, and contrast media, as well as for blood sampling.
- Major components:
- 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
- Available sizes:
- Gauges: 14-24 G
- Lengths: 0.63-1.25 in
- Pressure rating—power injection supported, at a maximum pressure of 300 psi
- Available sizes:
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