Romed Venous Catheters with Valve and Wings 16G

IV venous catheters with a 16G injection valve, sterilized with the following features:

• Thin walls for high flow rate without dilution of the flow or mechanical irritation.
• Smooth surface.
• Special top design for minimal trauma during venipuncture.
• Special "grip" design for one-handed venipuncture.
• Flexible wings.
• Hydrophobic blood stopper.
• Threaded luer-lock connection for delivery.
• Removable catheter protection cone.
• Color-coded sizes.

Indications for Use:

• Administration of intravenous therapy medications.
• Administration of intravenous fluids-electrolytes.
• Administration of parenteral nutrition.
• Blood transfusion-products.
• Administration of intravenous agents for diagnostic purposes.

Placement of Venous Catheter:

• Dorsal surface of the forehand.
• Forearm.
• Foot tip.

Nurse Responsibilities:

• Selecting the appropriate vein.
• Adhering to principles of asepsis-antisepsis.
• Maintaining the patency of the venous catheter.
• Care of the catheter to prevent complications.
• Handling complications.

Basic Principles:

• Selecting veins of the upper limb for placement.
• Selecting catheter size according to needs.
• Daily assessment of the venous catheter entry site.
• Removal of the venous catheter in case of phlebitis or infection.
• Do not replace the catheter more frequently than every 72-96 hours.
• Select the smallest possible size that meets the patient's needs.