What Does IV Mean?
eye-VEE
IPA: /ˌaɪˈviː/
eye
VEE
IV is pronounced eye-VEE
What does IV stand for?
IV stands for 'intravenous,' meaning into or within a vein.
How do you pronounce IV?
IV is pronounced "eye-VEE". Syllables: eye - vee.
When is IV used in medicine?
Emergency medications, antibiotics requiring high serum levels, chemotherapy, fluids and electrolytes, blood transfusions.
Word Parts & Etymology
Latin prefixintra-within
Latin rootvenavein
Common Misconceptions
IV push vs IV infusion: IV push = rapid bolus over seconds/minutes; IV infusion = slow drip over hours.
Clinical Context
Emergency medications, antibiotics requiring high serum levels, chemotherapy, fluids and electrolytes, blood transfusions.
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