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Intravenous means occurring within or by way of a vein. Medications or fluids may be given by inserting an intravenous (IV) needle into a vein, usually in the back of the hand or on the forearm.
Last Updated:
February 4, 2008- Author:
- Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
- Medical Review:
- E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
John M. Freedman, MD - Anesthesiology
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