IV Start Kit with PDI Prevantics CHG Skin Antiseptic – 100/Case (01-8000S)

• Provides a standardized, all-in-one solution for the preparation and securement of a peripheral intravenous site

Uses

• Aseptic IV Insertion: 

• Streamlines the process of starting an IV line by providing all necessary sterile components in a single package

• Skin Antisepsis: 

• Specifically used to prepare the skin with Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) to reduce the risk of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs)

• Site Securement: 

• Provides a specialized transparent dressing to stabilize the catheter and protect the insertion site from external contaminants

Features

• PDI Prevantics CHG Swab (1mL): 

• An antiseptic swab containing 3.15% Chlorhexidine Gluconate and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol for rapid and persistent antimicrobial activity

• 3M Tegaderm 1624W Dressing: 

• A 2 3/8″ x 2 3/4″ transparent film dressing that allows for continuous site observation

• Blue Textured Tourniquet: 

• A 3/4″ x 18″ latex-free tourniquet with a “butterfly-folded” design for easier handling

• Medical Tape: 

• A 3/4″ x 18″ roll of transparent surgical tape for secondary securement

• Gauze Pads: 

• Two 2″ x 2″ 4-ply gauze pads for cleaning or padding

• Change Date Label: 

• A dedicated label to document the date and time of the IV start

Benefits

• Standardization of Care: 

• Ensures that every clinician uses the same high-quality products for every IV start, promoting a safe and consistent standard of care

• Clinical Efficiency: 

• Minimizes the time spent gathering individual supplies, allowing healthcare providers to focus more on patient care

• Reduced Infection Risk: 

• Pre-packaged sterile components and CHG antisepsis help maintain a sterile field and meet vascular access safety protocols

• Cost Management: 

• Purchasing comprehensive kits is generally more cost-effective than managing inventory and waste for separate individual components