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What is a peripheral IV and why would I need one?

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What is a peripheral IV and why would I need one?

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A peripheral IV (PIV) is a small tube (cannula) placed in a vein for the purpose of administering medication over a short period of time. A PIV might be placed for a therapy that will last only a few days. This type of IV has to be discontinued and a new one placed every 3 days.

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