What Does "Jingdian" Mean?

Intravenous infusion, also known as intravenous drip, is a type of fluid administration. During intravenous drip, medications are placed in a bottle and administered into the body through an infusion device. This method typically involves a larger volume of fluid, often exceeding 100 milliliters, and takes a relatively long time. On the other hand, intravenous bolus injection involves directly injecting a smaller amount of medication into a vein using a syringe, usually not exceeding 50 milliliters, and requiring a shorter time.

What Are the Differences between Intravenous Drip, Bolus Injection, and Injection?

1. Intravenous Drip (Intravenous Infusion)

Intravenous drip, also known as intravenous infusion, involves administering liquid medications, typically contained in glass or plastic infusion bottles or bags, into the body slowly and steadily through an infusion device that regulates the drip rate. The volume of infusion fluid administered in a single session is generally over 100 milliliters.

2. Intravenous Bolus Injection

Intravenous bolus injection, also known as intravenous push, is a method of administering a small amount of medication directly into a vein using a syringe.

3. Intravenous Injection

Intravenous injection generally refers to the direct injection of liquids such as blood, medications, and nutrients into a vein. Intravenous injection can be classified into two types: intermittent and continuous. Intermittent intravenous injection involves directly injecting the medication into a vein using a syringe, which is commonly referred to as "getting a shot." Continuous intravenous injection is primarily implemented through intravenous infusion, commonly known as "receiving an infusion."