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A clear chamber where you can visually monitor the flow rate and prevent air from entering the tubing.

A thin, flexible plastic tube that stays inside the vein.

A screw-on mechanism that ensures a leak-proof connection between the tubing and the catheter. Why IVs are Used

Healthcare professionals at Great Ormond Street Hospital and the NCBI prefer IV administration for:

Extra length that allows the patient more movement and provides additional ports for injecting medication.