Description
An IV Cannula is a hollow plastic tube inserted into a vein (commonly peripheral veins in the arm or hand) using a needle introducer. Once the cannula is in the vein, the needle is removed, leaving the plastic tube in place for ongoing access.
Uses:
- Administration of IV fluids (hydration, electrolytes)
- Delivery of medications (antibiotics, analgesics, etc.)
- Blood transfusions
- Chemotherapy
- Parenteral nutrition
- Blood sampling