Intravenous therapy, commonly known as IV therapy, is a medical technique that involves administering fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a patient’s bloodstream through a vein using a sterile needle or catheter.
A thin, flexible tube inserted into a vein to deliver fluids, medications, or nutrients during IV therapy.
The process of administering fluids, medications, or nutrients into the bloodstream through an IV line over a specific period.
Sterile solutions containing water, electrolytes, and sometimes medications, administered intravenously to maintain hydration, restore electrolyte balance, or deliver medications.
The unintended leakage of IV fluid or medication into the surrounding tissue instead of entering the bloodstream, often resulting in swelling, pain, and potential tissue damage.
Similar to infiltration, extravasation refers to the unintended leakage of vesicant medications (those causing tissue damage) into surrounding tissues, potentially leading to severe tissue injury or necrosis.
A medical device used to regulate the flow rate of IV fluids or medications, ensuring precise and controlled delivery into the bloodstream.
A type of catheter inserted into a larger vein, typically in the neck, chest, or groin area, for long-term IV therapy, frequent blood draws, or administration of medications that can irritate peripheral veins.
Inflammation of a vein, often caused by irritation from an IV catheter or infusion, characterized by pain, redness, warmth, and swelling along the vein.
Inflammation of a vein accompanied by the formation of a blood clot, which can obstruct blood flow and lead to serious complications such as pulmonary embolism if the clot dislodges and travels to the lungs.