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What is peripheral venous catheter?
Pronunciation: /pərˈɪfərəl ˈvinəs ˈkæθətər/
peripheral venous catheter
Definition
A device used to draw blood and give treatments, including intravenous fluids, drugs, or blood transfusions. A thin, flexible tube is inserted into a vein, usually in the back of the hand, the lower part of the arm, or the foot. A needle is inserted into a port to draw blood or give fluids.