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  2. Permissive hypotension - Wikipedia

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    In addition, fluid resuscitation will dilute coagulation factors that help form and stabilize a clot, hence making it harder for the body to use its natural mechanisms to stop the bleeding. These factors are aggravated by hypothermia (if fluids are administered without being warmed first it will cause body temperature to drop).

  3. Intravenous therapy - Wikipedia

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    Intravenous therapy (abbreviated as IV therapy) is a medical technique that administers fluids, medications and nutrients directly into a person's vein.The intravenous route of administration is commonly used for rehydration or to provide nutrients for those who cannot, or will not—due to reduced mental states or otherwise—consume food or water by mouth.

  4. Management of dehydration - Wikipedia

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    WHO recommends that if there is vomiting, don't stop, but do pause for 5–10 minutes and then restart at a slower pace. (Vomiting seldom prevents successful rehydration since most of the fluid is still absorbed. Plus, vomiting usually stops after the first one to four hours of rehydration.)

  5. Hospitals Hit by Nationwide IV Shortage After Largest ... - AOL

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    According to the Cleveland Clinic, IV fluids are most commonly used to treat patients experiencing dehydration and electrolyte imbalances, which can be caused by vomiting and diarrhea, spending ...

  6. Michigan hospitals brace for IV fluid, dialysis ... - AOL

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    IV fluids commonly are used to help people recover from dehydration when they are vomiting, have diarrhea, or have overheated/exercised too much. They also often are given to people who have been ...

  7. Hospitals take steps to conserve IV fluid supply after Helene ...

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    IV fluids are used to deliver drugs or water with electrolytes directly into a patient’s bloodstream. They’re also critical for surgery, when a person is unable to eat or drink, to keep them ...

  8. Intravenous sugar solution - Wikipedia

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    Intravenous sugar solution, also known as dextrose solution, is a mixture of dextrose (glucose) and water. [1] It is used to treat low blood sugar or water loss without electrolyte loss. [ 2 ] Water loss without electrolyte loss may occur in fever , hyperthyroidism , high blood calcium , or diabetes insipidus . [ 2 ]

  9. UVM Health Network delays some elective procedures due to ...

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    IV fluids are an important part of many surgical procedures and are integral to delivering a variety of medications, balancing electrolytes and treating or preventing dehydration, according to ...