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A trusted source for clinicians, healthcare leaders, and partners. Your guide to understanding IV dislodgement, its risks, and how the Orchid Safety Release Valve (SRV) helps protect patients and clinicians.
WHY IV DISLODGEMENT MATTERS
IV therapy is one of the most common and critical interventions in healthcare, yet IV dislodgement remains a daily challenge that compromises patient safety and hospital efficiency.
✔️Delayed treatments and medication waste
✔️Increased risk of infection and patient discomfort
✔️Unnecessary IV restarts and sharps exposure for clinicians
✔️Reduced staff efficiency and patient satisfaction
Whether caused by patient movement, loose securement, or accidental tension on the line, dislodgement can result in serious clinical and economic consequences.
THE SOLUTION: ORCHID SAFETY RELEASE VALVE (SRV)
The Orchid SRV is a tension-activated breakaway safety valve designed to reduce the risk of IV dislodgement without disrupting your existing workflow.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
✅ Reduces accidental IV dislodgement by over 90%
✅ Disconnects automatically under controlled tension (up to 3.25 lbs)
✅ Preserves sterility by sealing both sides of the line
✅ Easy to replace — no additional training required
✅ Compatible with all common vascular access devices (Peripheral IVs, PICCs, CVCs, Midlines)
The Orchid SRV is trusted by clinicians to reduce unnecessary IV restarts and protect patients from common vascular access complications.
Quick reference for technical specifications, compatibility, and ordering information.
A visual overview of how the Orchid Safety Release Valve works and the clinical benefits it delivers.
A short video demonstrating the function, application, and value of the Orchid SRV in clinical practice.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
A comprehensive evaluation of the Orchid Safety Release Valve, highlighting its effectiveness in reducing accidental IV dislodgement and improving patient safety.
When tension exceeds the safe threshold, the Orchid SRV separates, automatically sealing both ends to prevent contamination and preserve the vascular access site.
Clinicians can quickly restore therapy by replacing the valve with a new sterile device, reducing treatment delays and maintaining patient safety.
A streamlined guide highlighting key steps for Orchid SRV use and troubleshooting at the bedside.
Comprehensive, step-by-step instructions for the proper setup, use, and replacement of the Orchid SRV.
EXTERNAL PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES
Learn from leading vascular access organizations:
Infusion Nurses Society – www.ins1.org
Association for Vascular Access – www.avainfo.org
Royal College of Nursing – Standards for Infusion Therapy – www.rcn.org.uk
CLINICAL RESOURCES
In-depth analysis of the clinical and economic impact of IV dislodgement, including incidence rates and risk factors.
Overview of how the Orchid SRV helps reduce IV dislodgement rates, improve patient outcomes, and save valuable clinical time.
Highlights the unique benefits of the Orchid SRV for pediatric patients, reducing traumatic IV restarts in vulnerable populations.