Gloflon IV Catheters with valve and wings

Gloflon disposable two-way IV catheters, made with a stainless steel siliconized and beveled needle, allowing easy penetration into the patient's vein. Features:

• Drug injection port with siliconized non-return valve and specially designed cap to cover the injection port, minimizing the risk of infection.
• Angular grooved wings for secure support.
• Radiopaque line for accurate location detection.
• Luer lock cap for closure when the catheter is not in use.
• Color coding.

Peripheral vein catheterization is indicated for the administration of fluids, electrolytes, medications, blood or its derivatives, as well as for blood sample collection for laboratory tests.

The nurse is responsible for:

• Selecting the appropriate vein.
• Maintaining aseptic-antiseptic principles during placement and care of the IV catheter.
• Maintaining catheter patency.
• Proper catheter care to prevent complications.
• Managing complications.

Basic principles in IV catheter placement:

• Choosing veins of the upper limb for IV catheter placement. If a catheter is placed in the lower limbs, it should be replaced with one in the upper limbs as soon as feasible.
• Selecting catheter size based on purpose, duration of use, and the condition of the patient’s venous network.
• Daily assessment of the catheter insertion site.
• Removal of the IV catheter if the patient shows signs of phlebitis or infection, or if any catheter malfunction occurs.
• Routine replacement of the IV catheter is not recommended more frequently than every 72-96 hours to reduce the risk of infection and phlebitis.