Saline flush
Saline Flush
A Saline Flush (pronunciation: /ˈseɪliːn flʌʃ/) is a procedure often used in the medical field to clear intravenous (IV) lines.
Etymology
The term "Saline Flush" is derived from the Latin word "salinus" meaning "salty", and the Middle English word "flusshen" meaning "to flow".
Definition
A Saline Flush is a method used to clean or 'flush' an intravenous (IV) line. This procedure is performed to ensure the IV remains open and free of blockages, and to administer medication directly into the bloodstream.
Procedure
The Saline Flush procedure involves injecting a small amount of sterile saline solution into the IV line. The saline solution is typically contained in a pre-filled syringe and is injected through the IV access site. This helps to maintain the patency of the IV line and prevent blockages.
Related Terms
- Intravenous therapy: The infusion of liquid substances directly into a vein.
- Catheter: A thin tube made from medical grade materials serving a broad range of functions.
- Syringe: A simple reciprocating pump consisting of a plunger that fits tightly within a cylindrical tube.
- Sterile technique: Techniques used to prevent contamination by microorganisms.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Saline flush
- Wikipedia's article - Saline flush
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