the present invention discloses an adhesive tape to secure an intravascular catheter to the skin of a patient at an intravascular site comprising : a strip of tape having adhesive on all of one side except for portions at the ends , the strip of tape having a length of about 15 to about 300 mm and width of about 4 to about 30 mm ; two removable covers affixed near the ends of the adhesive side of the strip , wherein the removable covers are separated from each other by a centrally located portion of the strip of tape ; and a third removable cover affixed to the central portion of the adhesive side of the strip of tape . the subject invention further reveals a sterile intravascular starter kit , said kit being comprised of the adhesive tape for an intravascular catheter , a tourniquet , a gauze pad , an antiseptic skin preparation device , optionally a towel , and a clear occlusive dressing .