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Intravenous Bolus
Intravenous means "within a vein." It usually refers to giving medications or fluids through a needle or tube inserted into a vein. This allows immediate access to the blood supply. For example, your doctor may prescribe medications to be given through a vein, or an intravenous (IV) line.
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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