Product Manual

TIPS FOR SUCCESS
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BD-0624 (10/15)
INSERTION SUCCESS
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Make sure the tip seal is released before insertion by rotating the barrel 360 degrees
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Make sure catheter is seated back in the notch
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Slow down the speed of insertion
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Use less force to penetrate the skin
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Lower the initial insertion angle, keeping the elbow low
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After flash, lower the angle and advance slightly
SEEING THE FLASH
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Trust your instinct and take a pause
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Look for the flash along the catheter
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Be aware of patient factors such as small veins, condition of vein, dehydration, hypovolemia, hypotension,
polycythemia, etc. that may impact flash
THREADING WITH EASE
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After flash, lower the angle and advance slightly before threading catheter off the needle
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Avoid the push-pull technique when advancing
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Maintain traction on the skin
RETRACTING THE NEEDLE
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Make sure tip seal is released before insertion by rotating the barrel 360 degrees
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Make sure to place digital pressure beyond the tip of the catheter
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Make sure needle is not being inadvertently bent while attempting to activate the button
MINIMIZING THE BLOOD
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Release tourniquet (if used) before pressing the button
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Place digital pressure beyond the catheter tip
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Have IV connector or tubing close by and ready
AVOID EARLY ACTIVATION
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Be aware of where your fingers are
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Remove needle cover in a straight, outward motion
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