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Product Overview
BD Nexiva Closed IV Catheter – 18G, 1-1/4 Inch with Sliding Safety Needle (Ref: 383539)
The BD Nexiva Closed IV Catheter is designed for reliable and secure vascular access, combining advanced safety features with user-friendly performance. Ideal for clinicians seeking precision and patient comfort, this 18-gauge, 1-1/4-inch catheter features a closed system to minimize blood exposure and a sliding safety needle for effortless needle retraction.
Key Features:
- Closed IV System: Reduces blood exposure risks during insertion and removal.
- Sliding Safety Needle: Enables smooth, one-handed needle retraction for enhanced user safety.
- Thin-Wall Design: Maximizes flow rates while maintaining a smaller outer diameter for patient comfort.
- Echo-Tech Technology: Provides clear ultrasound visibility for accurate placement.
- Stabilization Platform: Improves catheter securement and reduces movement-related complications.
- Pre-Attached Extension Set: Simplifies setup and minimizes connection points to lower infection risks.
Specifications:
- Gauge: 18G
- Length: 1-1/4 inch (32 mm)
- Needle Type: Sliding safety mechanism
- Material: Medical-grade polyurethane
- Sterility: Single-use, sterile packaging
Suggested Use:
The BD Nexiva Closed IV Catheter is suitable for adult patients requiring medium- to high-flow infusion therapy, such as rapid fluid resuscitation, blood transfusions, or contrast administration. Its ultrasound-compatible design makes it ideal for difficult venous access scenarios. Always follow aseptic technique and institutional protocols during insertion.
Note: For single-patient use only. Dispose of used needles in approved sharps containers.