Features an improved needle-tip design with scalpel-sharp, bi-bevel, tapered needle tip, which improves penetration control through tissue of varied type and thickness. The new fenestrated catheter delivers statistically significant improvement for tension relief and the prevention of distal catheter occlusion when compared to traditional nonfenestrated catheters. The 3 fenestrations, combined with the catheter tip, deliver 4 paths for air to escape. Centimeter-graduated catheter for safer placement utilizing thoracic depth control. Evidence and anecdotal experiences continue to strongly suggest the need for insertion control with needle decompression. The flexible catheter is designed to decrease incidence of catheter kinking.