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  2. Subcutaneous administration - Wikipedia

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    Subcutaneous administration is the insertion of medications beneath the skin either by injection or infusion. A subcutaneous injection is administered as a bolus into the subcutis, the layer of skin directly below the dermis and epidermis, collectively referred to as the cutis. The instruments are usually a hypodermic needle and a syringe.

  3. Central venous catheter - Wikipedia

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    D002405. [edit on Wikidata] A central venous catheter (CVC), also known as a central line (c-line), central venous line, or central venous access catheter, is a catheter placed into a large vein. It is a form of venous access. Placement of larger catheters in more centrally located veins is often needed in critically ill patients, or in those ...

  4. Rectal administration - Wikipedia

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    Rectal administration. Insertion of an enema nozzle as it breaches the anal sphincter. Glycerin (laxative) suppositories for insertion into the rectum. A rectal "bulb" syringe for introducing a small amount of fluid into the rectum. Enema equipment for introducing a large amount of fluid into the colon via the rectum.

  5. Tracheal intubation - Wikipedia

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    As the Eschmann tracheal tube introducer is considerably less rigid than a conventional stylet, this technique is considered to be a relatively atraumatic means of tracheal intubation. [ 20 ] [ 21 ] The tracheal tube exchanger is a hollow catheter , 56 to 81 cm (22.0 to 31.9 in) in length, that can be used for removal and replacement of ...

  6. Intraosseous infusion - Wikipedia

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    80431. [edit on Wikidata] Intraosseous infusion (IO) is the process of injecting medication, fluids, or blood products directly into the bone marrow; [1] this provides a non-collapsible entry point into the systemic venous system. [2] The intraosseous infusion technique is used to provide fluids and medication when intravenous access is not ...

  7. Allen's test - Wikipedia

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    Allen's test. Arteries of the hand. Purpose. examination of arterial blood flow to the hands. In medicine, Allen's test or the Allen test is a medical sign used in physical examination of arterial blood flow to the hands. It was named for Edgar Van Nuys Allen, who described the original version of the test in 1942. [1]

  8. Copper IUD - Wikipedia

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    Taking NSAIDs before the procedure often reduces discomfort, [28] as the use of a local anaesthetic. Misoprostol 6 to 12 hrs before insertion can help with cervical dilation. [28] Some women may have cramps for 1 to 2 weeks following insertion. Heavier periods: The copper IUD may increase the amount of blood flow during a woman's menstrual ...

  9. Tubal ligation - Wikipedia

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    Tubal ligation (commonly known as having one's " tubes tied ") is a surgical procedure for female sterilization in which the fallopian tubes are permanently blocked, clipped or removed. This prevents the fertilization of eggs by sperm and thus the implantation of a fertilized egg. Tubal ligation is considered a permanent method of sterilization ...