If a volume is intravenously infused rapidly over several seconds or minutes, then the infusion is called a(n) ____.

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A bolus is a rapid infusion of a volume of solution over a short period of time, typically several seconds to a few minutes. It is often used in emergency situations or when quick medication administration is needed. Drips are slow, continuous infusions, injections are usually given as a single dose through a needle or syringe, and dialysis refers to a medical treatment that filters blood of toxins and waste products.

If a Volume Is Intravenously Infused Rapidly Over Several Seconds