Romed venous catheters with valve and wings 20G, sterile, suitable for intravenous therapy.

• Thin walls with high flow capacity prevent mechanical irritation or thrombophlebitis.
• Smooth surface for easy insertion.
• Special design of the tip and bevel for minimal injury during venipuncture.
• Special "grip" design for one-handed venipuncture.
• Flexible wings for ease of use.
• Equipped with a hydrophobic blood switch.
• Threaded luer-lock delivery connection.
• Removable catheter protection cone.
• Color-coded sizes.

The insertion of a venous catheter is indicated for:

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

The veins selected for the placement of a venous catheter include:

• the dorsal surface of the hand.
• the forearm.
• the foot.

The nurse is responsible for:

• the selection of an appropriate vein.
• adhering to aseptic-antiseptic principles during placement.
• maintaining the patency of the venous catheter.
• providing proper care of the catheter to prevent complications.
• managing complications.

Basic principles in placing a venous catheter:

• Selection of veins in the upper extremity.
• Selection of catheter size based on the purpose and condition of the venous network.
• Daily assessment of the venous catheter insertion site.
• Removal of the catheter in case of inflammation or infection.