The BD Venflon Pro Safety Needle Protected IV Cannula is a peripheral IV catheter that prioritises safety and patient comfort. It comes with a passive safety needle system, designed to fully shield the needle tip during withdrawal, offering protection from needlestick injuries.

At the heart of this product is the BD Instaflash Needle Technology, featuring a notched needle to enhance insertion success, minimising painful hit-and-miss attempts. The cannula softens significantly in the vein, enabling longer dwell times and reducing the risk of mechanical phlebitis.

It is built to confirm immediate vessel entry, thereby reducing potential discomfort during insertion attempts. Furthermore, this Venflon 22Gcannula accommodates various insertion techniques, offers optimal skin and vein penetration, and provides comfortable securement for the patient with a 'snap' cap feature to prevent accidental opening of the port. This device is versatile enough to cater to a range of infusion therapy needs.

Features

• Passive safety needle system
• BD Instaflash Needle Technology
• Softens up to 70% in the vein
• Snap cap for securement
• Versatile for various infusion needs

• Enhanced Protection: The BD Venflon Pro Safety Needle Protected IV Cannula prioritises user safety with its passive safety needle system. By fully encasing the needle tip upon withdrawal, it offers an effective barrier against needlestick injuries (NSI), promoting a safer environment for both healthcare workers and patients.
• Improved Insertion Success: Thanks to the BD Instaflash Needle Technology, the device facilitates better insertion outcomes. The use of a notched needle minimises the occurrence of painful hit-and-miss insertions, enhancing patient comfort and potentially reducing procedure times.
• Reduced Risk of Mechanical Phlebitis: The 22g cannula material, BD Vialon™, can soften up to 70% in the vein. This alteration allows for extended dwell times, minimises the need for re-starts, and effectively lessens the risk of mechanical phlebitis - a common complication associated with IV therapy.
• Secured and Comfortable Use: The Venflon 22 cannula is designed not only for efficacy but also for patient comfort. It's 'snap' cap feature prevents accidental port opening, providing securement during use. This consideration enhances patients' comfort throughout infusion therapy sessions.

• Begin by selecting the appropriate Venflon 22Gcannula size based on the patient's vein size and condition.
• Clean the insertion site with an antiseptic to minimise the risk of infection.
• Hold the BD Venflon Pro Safety Needle Protected IV Cannula by its wings, ensuring a steady grip.
• Align the needle at an appropriate angle with the vein and apply gentle pressure for insertion.
• Upon successful vein entry, the BD Instaflash™ needle technology will display an immediate visual confirmation.
• Once in place, fully withdraw the needle, allowing the passive safety system to shield the needle tip and prevent any needlestick injuries.
• Secure the cannula with a sterile dressing and ensure that the 'snap' cap is in place to prevent accidental opening.

• Always ensure that health professionals using this device are well-trained on proper insertion techniques to minimise patient discomfort and potential complications.
• Sterile, single-use only. Do not reuse as it can lead to cross-contamination or infection.
• Monitor the insertion site regularly for signs of inflammation or phlebitis.
• Ensure that the 'snap' cap is secured after use to prevent accidental opening which could lead to contamination.
• Keep out of reach of untrained individuals to avoid misuse or accidental needlestick injuries.

FAQs

Q1. What is the BD Venflon I.V. cannula used for?
Ans. The BD Venflon Pro Safety Needle Protected IV Cannula is a medical device that facilitates access to the patient's vein for infusion therapy. It delivers medication or nutrients directly into a patient’s bloodstream and can also be used to take blood samples. Its design aims to enhance safety, improve patient comfort, and simplify the process of intravenous therapy.

Q2. What is the use of Venflon Pro safety?
Ans. The BD Venflon Pro Safety ensures securement and protection during venous catheterisation procedures. It features a passive safety needle system that fully shields the needle tip as it is withdrawn, protecting against needlestick injuries (NSIs). Additionally, its ‘snap’ cap prevents the port from being accidentally opened, providing an extra layer of safety.

Q3. Why are safety mechanisms important in IV cannulas?
Ans. Safety mechanisms like those found in the BD Venflon Pro Safety Needle Protected IV Cannula are essential because they significantly reduce the risk of NSI, offering a safer working environment for healthcare providers. Such features also enhance patient comfort by ensuring ease of insertion and securement during invasive procedures.

Q4. How does this type of peripheral IV catheter improve patient comfort?
Ans. This particular catheter significantly enhances patient comfort due to its ability to soften the vein up to 70%, which minimises restarts and reduces the risk of mechanical phlebitis. In addition, it offers optimal skin and vein penetration which accommodates a variety of insertion techniques.

Q5. Why is a passive safety needle system important in an IV cannula?
Ans. A passive safety needle system like the BD Venflon Pro Safety Needle Protected IV Cannula plays a crucial role in enhancing user safety by providing protection from needlestick injuries (NSIs). This system fully shields the needle tip as it is withdrawn, thereby preventing inadvertent pricks that could potentially transmit infections.

Q6. What benefits does the BD Venflon Pro Safety Needle Protected IV Cannula provide?
Ans. The BD Venflon Pro Safety Needle Protected IV Cannula offers multiple benefits such as improved patient comfort due to its softening effect in the vein, minimising painful insertion attempts with the help of BD Instaflash Needle Technology, and ensuring user safety with a 'snap' cap and passive safety needle system. Additionally, it caters to a variety of infusion therapy needs due to its flexible design.

Q7. How does this type of IV cannula aid successful insertion?
Ans. Successful insertion is facilitated by features such as the BD Instaflash Needle Technology incorporated into the device. This technology uses a notched needle to improve initial vessel entry, reducing painful hit-and-miss insertions. Moreover, its ergonomic design accommodates various insertion techniques for optimal skin and vein penetration.

Testimonials

'I have found the use of the BD Venflon Pro Safety IV Cannula extremely beneficial in my practice. It's easy to handle and gives me confidence when performing venous catheterisation procedures.'- Dr Rajesh Khanna, General Physician, 45

'The Venflon Pro Safety IV Cannula has made my job much safer and less stressful. The passive safety needle system seriously reduces the risk of needlestick injuries.'- Sunita Patel, Registered Nurse, 38

'As a patient who requires regular infusions, I find that the BD Venflon Pro Safety IV Cannula makes each procedure considerably more comfortable than other devices. The pain during insertion is significantly reduced.'- Brijesh Kumar, Patient, 52