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parenteral

 

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Adjective parenteral has 2 senses
  1. parenteral - administered by means other than through the alimentary tract (as by intramuscular or intravenous injection)
  2. parenteral - located outside the alimentary tract

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Parenteral

Definition: Refers to a method of administration that bypasses the digestive tract, typically involving injection or infusion of a substance into the body.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Senses:

1. Related to or suitable for administration by injection or infusion, typically into the veins. - Example: The patient was unable to tolerate oral medication, so the doctor prescribed a parenteral solution. - Example: The nurse ensured that all parenteral medications were properly labeled and stored. 2. Pertaining to a method of nutrition in which essential nutrients are delivered intravenously. - Example: The parenteral nutrition provided essential nutrients to the patient who was unable to eat orally.

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