Cannula

/kɐnjˈʊlæ/

[noun]

Cannula

[NOUN]

a small tube inserted into a vein or body cavity, often for the delivery or removal of fluid

Examples

1. Mr. Robyn’s other orders include supplemental oxygen therapy at 2L via nasal cannula, with continuous monitoring of his saturations through pulse oximetry.

2. So, this is a spatula-tipped cannula.

3. At the end of either procedure your doctor will remove each cannula and cover the tiny skin punctures with a sterile bandage.

4. He has a pulse oximeter on his finger, maybe an IV in to his hand, and then just like a nasal cannula for oxygen and basic blood pressure cuff.

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