Catheter (Noun)
Meaning
A thin flexible tube inserted into the body to permit introduction or withdrawal of fluids or to keep the passageway open.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor inserted a catheter into the patient's bladder to drain the urine that had accumulated due to the blockage.
- The nurse carefully secured the catheter to the patient's arm to ensure it remained in place during the treatment.
- A central venous catheter was placed in the patient's chest to administer the medication directly into the bloodstream.
- The urologist used a catheter to inject dye into the patient's kidneys to visualize the blockage in the urinary tract.
- After the surgery, a urinary catheter was left in place to allow the patient to empty their bladder while they recovered.