Go IO Intraosseous Start Kit
The post-insertion accessory kit for the NIO® device — extension set, stopcock, fixation dressing, sharps block, and securement to convert IO access into a working line.
What is the Go IO Start Kit? An accessory kit (SKU GO IO) for establishing, securing, and maintaining intraosseous (IO) vascular access with the NIO® device. Compatible with both NIO Adult and NIO Pediatric, this single-use kit includes IV extension tubing, a stopcock, a NIO fixation dressing, a sharps safety block, and a secure IV strap — the post-insertion components needed to convert IO access into a functional line.
This kit supports intraosseous vascular access, an invasive procedure performed only by appropriately trained and credentialed personnel under their scope of practice and local protocol. This page is product information, not a procedural how-to or substitute for accredited clinical training.
Key Specifications
| Manufacturer | Safeguard Medical |
| SKU | GO IO |
| Compatible Devices | NIO Adult™, NIO Pediatric™ (sold separately) |
| Weight | 10.0 oz |
| Usage | Single-use, sterile accessories for IO access |
| Recommended Use | With every NIO insertion per Safeguard Medical IFU |
Kit Contents
- NIO™ Fixation Securement Dressing (1) — stabilizes the NIO device post-insertion
- NeedleVISE™ Sharps Safety Block (1) — safe containment of the device after removal
- IV Extension Set with 90° connector and 3-way stopcock (1) — converts the IO hub to a standard IV line port
- Secure IV Strap (1) — additional mechanical retention of the device and tubing
- Alcohol Prep Pads (2) — site preparation and device cleaning
- Patient Bracelet (1) — labels the IO access site with device information
What It Is
The NIO® device provides rapid vascular access when peripheral IV cannulation is not possible — but insertion is only half the equation. A properly secured IO catheter with a functional extension set and stopcock is required to deliver medications, fluids, and blood products effectively. The Go IO Start Kit provides this complete post-insertion assembly in a single pre-packaged sterile kit.
The fixation dressing anchors the device to resist rotational movement or dislodgment during patient movement, CASEVAC, or airway management. The NeedleVISE™ sharps block captures and contains the exposed needle tip after removal, reducing needlestick hazard. The IV extension set with a 90° connector addresses a geometry constraint of IO access — the hub sits close to the bone surface with limited clearance — routing tubing away from the site without leverage forces on the hub, while the three-way stopcock enables multiple access ports through the same site.
Safeguard recommends the Go IO kit with every NIO insertion. Stocking the NIO device without it leaves the provider without the tools to convert IO access into a functional, secured line.
See also: NIO Ruggerized Adult (NIO+), NIO Pediatric, and IV/IO & Blood Transfusion Supplies.
When the Go IO Start Kit Is Required
- Completing any NIO® Adult or NIO Pediatric insertion — converting IO access into a functional, secured line
- Tactical CASEVAC/MEDEVAC preparation: documenting IO access site with the patient bracelet for handoff continuity of care
- High-movement patient care (extrication, litter carry, ambulance transport) where IO securement is critical to prevent dislodgment
- Multi-access scenarios requiring stopcock ports for simultaneous medication and fluid administration through the IO line
- Sharps safety in field environments where safe needle containment reduces needlestick risk post-procedure
- Training and simulation: standardizing post-insertion IO accessory use in TCCC, PHTLS, and EMS courses
Go IO Start Kit vs. Generic IV Extension Sets
- Go IO Start Kit: NIO-specific — fixation dressing, 90° connector, NeedleVISE™ sharps block, patient bracelet — all dimensioned for NIO hub geometry
- Generic IV extension set: Straight connector; no dressing; no sharps containment; not sized for IO hub geometry — creates leverage on the hub that can dislodge the device
- EZ-IO stabilizer (Teleflex): Designed specifically for EZ-IO hub; not compatible with NIO hub geometry
- NIO Fixation Dressing (standalone): Available separately, but without the 90° extension set and NeedleVISE, the post-insertion setup is incomplete
- Patient documentation: Go IO includes a patient bracelet for IO site documentation — critical for TCCC handoff and dwell-time tracking; generic sets have no equivalent
- Recommended by manufacturer: Safeguard Medical IFU specifies the Go IO kit as the intended post-insertion accessory for NIO devices
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the Go IO Start Kit be used with any IO device, or only the NIO?
A: The Go IO Start Kit is designed and sized specifically for the NIO® Intraosseous Device (Adult and Pediatric) by PerSys Medical / Safeguard Medical. The NIO Fixation Securement Dressing, NeedleVISE Sharps Block, and 90° extension set connector are dimensioned for NIO hub geometry. Compatibility with other IO devices (EZ-IO, FASTx, FAST1) is not guaranteed.
Q: What is the NeedleVISE Sharps Safety Block?
A: The NeedleVISE is a passive sharps containment block included in the Go IO kit for safe disposal of the NIO device after removal from the patient. After NIO removal, the exposed needle represents a needlestick hazard to providers and bystanders. The NeedleVISE accepts the needle tip and mechanically secures it, enabling safe disposal in a sharps container without direct needle contact.
Q: Why does the extension set use a 90° connector?
A: The NIO hub sits close to the bone surface with limited vertical clearance. A standard straight connector creates mechanical leverage on the IO hub that can dislodge or angulate the needle. The 90° connector routes the IV tubing parallel to the skin surface, eliminating this leverage effect and providing a more secure, low-profile connection point for IV administration sets and pressure bags.
Q: Is the patient bracelet in the Go IO kit a standard medical bracelet?
A: The patient bracelet in the Go IO Start Kit is specifically designed for IO access documentation — it records the insertion time, device used, and site. In TCCC, tracking IO dwell time is essential because IO access is intended as a temporary measure; the bracelet creates a visible record for the next treating provider to verify dwell time and remove the device within the recommended 24-hour window.
Q: Should the Go IO kit be purchased alongside every NIO device?
A: Yes. Safeguard Medical's IFU recommends the Go IO Start Kit as the companion post-insertion accessory for the NIO. Without the fixation dressing, 90° extension set, and sharps block, a provider who successfully places an IO needle lacks the tools to complete the access setup. Stock Go IO at a 1:1 ratio with NIO devices.
Q: Is the Go IO Start Kit compatible with the NIO Infant?
A: The Go IO Start Kit is designed for the NIO Adult and NIO Pediatric. The NIO Infant has a different hub geometry. Providers using the NIO Infant should verify accessory compatibility before use — the NIO Infant comes with a dedicated fixation dressing included in its packaging.
Q: What is the maximum dwell time for an IO line established with the NIO and Go IO kit?
A: IO access is intended as a temporary measure. The generally accepted maximum dwell time is 24 hours per CoTCCC and PHTLS guidelines, after which the device should be removed and replaced with peripheral or central IV access if ongoing vascular access is required. The patient bracelet in the Go IO kit is designed to trigger dwell time documentation at the point of insertion.
Q: How many Go IO kits should be stocked per NIO device?
A: At a minimum, a 1:1 ratio — one Go IO Start Kit per NIO device. In high-acuity settings or extended operations where multiple IO insertions may be required (mass casualty, prolonged field care), consider stocking additional Go IO kits per NIO to account for multi-casualty scenarios.
Related searches: Go IO kit, IO start kit, NIO accessory kit, intraosseous extension set, IO fixation dressing.
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