IV tubing

Fluid delivery line

IV tubing is the flexible plastic tube that connects an intravenous bag to a patient's vein, allowing controlled delivery of fluids, medications, or blood products.

The tubing includes a drip chamber for monitoring flow rate and ports for injecting additional medications: The nurse checked the IV tubing for air bubbles.

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