canulate
/ˈkænjəˌleɪt/
verb
- To insert a thin tube (a cannula) into a vein or body cavity, usually for medical purposes like giving fluids or medicine.
- Paramedics are trained to canulate quickly in emergency situations.
- The nurse had to canulate the patient's arm to start the IV drip.
- The doctor carefully canulated the vein to avoid causing pain.
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