What gauge catheters should you use for IV access?

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YPennylane · Answer 1 · 2024-02-23T04:54:50+0000

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The most common IV catheter size for adult patients is 18- or 20-gauge catheters. However, frail elderly patients and children have smaller vasculature, so a 22-gauge catheter is often preferred.

What gauge catheters should you use for IV access?

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