Features of Insyte Autoguard IV Catheter
- Vascular access: Designed to provide reliable vascular access with less discomfort to the patient and less risk of vein damage
- Sterility: Sterile and individually packaged to prevent contamination and reduce the risk of infection
- Easy insertion: Features a tapered tip and a thin-wall design that allows for easy insertion and reduces the risk of vein damage
- Visible flashback: The catheter has a translucent flashback chamber that provides a clear view of the blood return, ensuring proper placement of the catheter
- Comfort: Soft, flexible, and tapered catheter hub that provides patient comfort and allows for secure attachment to the IV tubing
- Compatibility: Compatible with standard IV tubing and can be used with a wide range of infusion pumps
What to buy with BD Insyte Catheter
How to insert iv Catheter Tip?
- Preparation:
- Make sure all items are at hand throughout the procedure
- Prepare insertion site according to standard policy and procedure
- Before venipuncture, hold catheter hub and rotate barrel 360 degrees
- Make sure catheter is seated back in the notch
- Venipuncture:
- Approach the vein slowly at a low angle
- Observe flashback along the catheter (20, 22 and 24 gauge only); in larger gauge sizes, observe flash behind the white button
- Advancement:
- Upon flashback visualization, lower catheter almost parallel to the skin
- Before threading, advance entire unit slightly to ensure catheter tip is in the vein
- Advance catheter into the vein up to the hub, while maintaining skin traction
- Needle Removal: Before pressing the button
- Release venous pressure
- Apply digital pressure beyond the catheter tip
- Gently stabilize catheter hub
- Press the white button
- Securement: Secure iv stick catheter and apply sterile dressing according to standard policy and procedure
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Precautions:
- Do not withdraw needle from catheter hub before pressing the white button
- Needle should be retracted prior to disposal in a puncture resistant, leak proof sharps container
- Never reinsert needle into the catheter as this could shear the catheter
- Do not use scissors at or near the insertion site
Insertion success:
- Release the tip seal before insertion by rotating the barrel 360°
- Make sure catheter is seated back in the notch
- Slow down the speed of insertion
- Lower the initial insertion angle, keeping the elbow low
- After flash, lower the angle and advance entire catheter/needle unit slightly to ensure the catheter tip is within the vessel
Seeing the flash:
- Trust your instinct and take a pause
- Look for initial flash along the catheter and then in the flash chamber (20, 22, and 24 gauge); in larger gauge sizes observe initial flash behind the white buttonÂ
- Take care of patient factors such as small veins, small patient, low blood pressure, condition of vein, dehydration, etc., that may slow down flash
Threading with ease:
- Make sure tip seal is released before insertion by rotating the barrel 360°Â
- After flash, lower the angle and advance entire catheter/needle unit slightly to ensure the catheter tip is within the vessel
- Push the catheter forward off the needle, while holding the needle stationary
- Maintain traction on the skin while advancing the catheter
Retracting the needle:
- Release the tip seal before insertion by rotating the barrel 360°
- Place pressure on the vessel beyond the tip of the catheter
- Make sure needle is not being inadvertently bent while attempting to activate the button
Minimizing the blood:
- Release tourniquet before pressing the button
- Place digital pressure beyond the catheter tip
- Have IV connector or tubing close by and ready
Avoid early activation:
- Be aware of where your fingers areÂ
- Remove needle cover in a straight, outward motion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the BD Insyte Autoguard Shielded IV Catheter and a regular IV catheter?
The main difference is the safety shield that covers the needle after it is withdrawn from the patient, reducing the risk of needlestick injury to healthcare providers.
How does the safety shield work?
The safety shield is designed to passively cover the needle after it is withdrawn from the patient, reducing the risk of needlestick injury to healthcare providers.
Is the BD Insyte Autoguard IV Catheter compatible with standard IV tubing?
Yes, the catheter is compatible with standard IV tubing and can be used with a wide range of infusion pumps.
Is the catheter sterile?
Yes, the catheter is sterile and individually packaged to prevent contamination and reduce the risk of infection.
How does the translucent flashback chamber work?
The translucent flashback chamber provides a clear view of the blood return, ensuring proper placement of the catheter.
Can the self occluding IV catheter be used for blood sampling?
Yes, the catheter can be used for blood sampling in addition to intravenous therapy and infusion of medication.
How does the tapered tip and thin-wall design of the catheter help with insertion?
The tapered tip and thin-wall design allow for easy insertion and reduce the risk of vein damage.
Is the catheter hub flexible and comfortable for the patient?
Yes, the catheter hub is soft, flexible, and tapered, providing patient comfort and allowing for secure attachment to the IV tubing.
Insyte IV Catheter Specifications
| Codes |
Flow Rate |
O.D. |
I.D. |
Color Code |
| 381412 |
20 mL/min |
0.0260 to .0290 |
0.0190 to 0.0220 |
Yellow |
| 381423 |
35 mL/min |
0.0330 to 0.0360 |
0.0240 to 0.0270 |
Blue |
| 381433 |
65 mL/min |
0.0410 to 0.0440 |
0.0300 to 0.0330 |
Pink |
| 381434 |
60 mL/min |
0.0410 to 0.0440 |
0.0300 to 0.0330 |
Pink |
| 381437 |
55 mL/min |
0.0410 to 0.0440 |
0.0300 to 0.0330 |
Pink |
| 381444 |
105 mL/min |
0.0500 to 0.0530 |
0.0370 to 0.0400 |
Green |
| 381447 |
95 mL/min |
0.0500 to 0.0530 |
0.0370 to 0.0400 |
Green |
| 381454 |
220 mL/min |
0.0670 to 0.0700 |
0.0520 to 0.0550 |
Gray |
| 381467 |
330 mL/min |
0.0830 to 0.0860 |
0.0665 to 0.0705 |
Gray |
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