Additional Information

Product Name	Catheter, Safety.Viavalve, Iv, 20X1
Manufacturer Name	SMITH & NEPHEW
MFG #	3267
Catheter Style	Safety IV Catheter
Latex Free	Yes
Gauge	20G
Length	1 inch
Material	Polyurethane
Flow Rate	65 mL/min
Needle Type	FLASH-VUE Needle
V-point Technology	Minimizes pain and venous trauma
Blood Leakage	Blood-containment valve
Needlestick Injury	Clinician-controlled forward shielding
Flash Technology	FLASH-VUE early flash indicator
Color Coding	Hub color-coded for needle size identification

Description

The ViaValve Safety IV Catheter, featuring a Straight Hub and constructed with Polyurethane material, offers a reliable solution for intravenous access in medical settings. With a gauge size of 20G and a length of 1 inch, this catheter ensures efficient fluid delivery with a flow rate of 65 mL per minute. Equipped with a FLASH-VUE Needle, it provides clinicians with clear visual confirmation upon insertion, reducing the likelihood of multiple attempts and enhancing patient comfort.

Incorporating innovative V-point technology, these safety IV catheters aim to minimize patient discomfort and venous trauma during insertion, promoting a smoother experience for both patients and healthcare providers. The blood-containment valve helps prevent blood leakage during catheter setup, minimizing the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and reducing the potential for contamination.

Furthermore, clinician-controlled forward shielding needle encapsulation enhances safety by reducing the risk of needlestick injuries during catheter insertion and removal. The inclusion of flash technology and a FLASH-VUE early flash indicator on specific gauge sizes ensures accurate placement of the catheter on the first attempt, optimizing procedural efficiency and patient care. Additionally, the color-coded hub facilitates quick identification of the correct needle size, streamlining the setup process and ensuring accurate selection in busy clinical environments.

ViaValve Safety IV Catheter provides blood control to help reduce the risk of blood exposure and contamination. A unique valve inside the catheter hub impedes blood flow from the patients vein upon initial venipuncture. Maintaining a clean access site, helps prevent the transfer of bloodborne pathogens from patient to caregiver on soiled gloves, clothing, bedding and dressings. The catheter, once in the patients vein, is activated by attaching the Luer fitting of an infusion line which opens the valve to allow unrestricted flow. ViaValve Safety IV Catheter also helps prevent unintended needlesticks. Its safety guard surrounds the retracted introducer needle and produces a click to indicate that the needle is contained for handling and disposal.

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