IV Start Kits

Each sterile, ready-to-use IV Start Kit contains: 1 Tourniquet (latex-free for patient safety) 2 Alcohol Prep Pads (70% isopropyl for optimal disinfection) 1 Sterile Gauze Pad (2x2 inch) 1 Transparent Tegaderm/IV Dressing 1 Clear Tape Strip 1 Pair of Nitrile Exam Gloves (latex-free) 1 Securement Label for documentation 1 IV Catheter (choose from 20g, 22g, or 24g needle sizes for versatile patient needs) 1 Needle Disposal Cap 1 Disposable Underpad

Our IV start kits provide ALL the essential supplies: sterile gloves, alcohol pads, tourniquet, IV catheter, gauze, transparent dressings, adhesive tape, securement labels, and a disposal cap—everything for a smooth, safe IV insertion.

Hand Hygiene: Wash and glove hands Prepare Supplies: Open and arrange IV start kit for maximum sterility Tourniquet Application: Identify a suitable vein Skin Prep: Thoroughly disinfect with alcohol pad IV Catheter Insertion: Insert using the appropriate needle size (20-24 gauge for adults) Secure Catheter: Use sterile gauze and transparent dressing Flush & Secure Line: Ensure patency and label IV site

Use proper aseptic technique, hand hygiene, alcohol/chlorhexidine skin prep, sterile gloves, and timely dressing changes to prevent infusion-related infections and complications like IV-phlebitis or sepsis.

Yes. Improper sterile technique or delayed IV site care can introduce bacteria, leading to bloodstream infections and sepsis. Our kits support infection prevention with the highest-quality components.

Document date/time, catheter size, site/location, solution/infusion type, patient tolerance, and your signature. Our kit includes a securement label for easy tracking.

Detailed charting: site prep, gauge, unsuccessful attempts, patient response, and ongoing monitoring as recommended by the latest IV therapy guidelines.

To minimize bacterial contamination, reduce risk of catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs), and maintain optimal IV site health.

Tubing: Every 72–96 hours, bags per manufacturer/institution policy, dressing every 48–72 hours or when soiled.

Only trained healthcare professionals: Registered Nurses, Paramedics, Physicians, and certified EMTs. Certification for IV therapy is required in many states/hospitals.

No. An IV order from a licensed provider (MD, DO, NP, PA) is required per regulatory guidelines.

Adult peripheral IVs often require 18g-22g; pediatric cases may use 24g. Our kits offer multiple sizes for patient-specific needs.

1. Continuous infusion (ongoing administration of fluids/medications) 2. Intermittent infusion (scheduled doses/antibiotics) 3. IV bolus (rapid medication administration)

Using wrong vein size, poor stabilization, inadequate skin prep, wrong needle size, or not checking for infiltration or complications.

IV Therapy Certification (approved nursing/medical course) or facility-based competency training.

Sterile, single-use components Meets CDC and OSHA infection prevention standards Packed with the most-searched IV therapy supplies Supports top patient safety AND documentation requirements Suitable for hospital, clinic, and home infusion therapy