Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the BD Insyte-N™ Autoguard™ shielded IV catheter lengthier than non-shielded catheters?

• The safety barrel needs to be long enough to entirely shield the needle within it. The benefit to you is complete protection from the needle.
• This is the only shielded IV catheter proven to reduce the risk of needlestick injuries.

• This catheter was specifically designed to meet the needs of smaller infants and neonates; however, nursing assessment should be employed to determine the catheter length appropriate for each patient.
• Should nursing assessment reveal that a longer catheter is needed, the BD Insyte Autoguard 24 G x 0.75" can be utilized.

• The unique BD Instaflash™ needle technology allows for immediate confirmation of vessel entry by visualization of blood flashback along the catheter shaft. It also helps to increase your ability to successfully access the vein.
• Features and benefits of BD Instaflash needle technology.

• The BD Insyte-N Autoguard shielded IV catheter is adaptable to all threading techniques.

• BD Vialon is a proprietary catheter material developed by BD Medical. Vialon has been clinically proven to offer indwelling superiority and reduced catheter-related complications including a study in the neonatal population.
• Features and benefits of BD Vialon biomaterial.

• There are Points to Practice available to help.
  

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