innfusjon
Innfu sjon is a term used in Norwegian to describe the process of infusion, spanning medical, culinary, and broader scientific contexts. In medicine, infusion refers to delivering fluids, medications, or nutrients into the body over time, typically through a vein or under the skin. An intravenous (IV) infusjon uses equipment such as an IV bag, tubing, a cannula, and often an infusion pump or gravity drip. Common infusions include isotonic saline, dextrose solutions, lipid emulsions, and parenteral nutrition. Infusions are indicated for dehydration, electrolyte disturbances, shock, medication administration, and nutritional support. Risks include infection, phlebitis, fluid overload, electrolyte imbalance, and allergic reactions. Safe practice relies on sterile technique and ongoing patient monitoring of vital signs and fluid status.
In culinary and home contexts, infusion means steeping a substance in a solvent to extract flavors or
In other scientific applications, infusion can describe the introduction of substances into porous materials, tissues, or
See also infusion pump, infusion therapy, intravenous therapy, decoction, steeping.