Tagged ‘Fluids’

Journal Review

Balanced Solutions vs 0.9% Saline in Critical Care (SMART)

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Although 0.9% sodium chloride (“normal” saline) is traditionally the most commonly used intravenous fluid, it is unclear if “normal” saline is the best fluid. Data from prior studies suggests 0.9% saline use may result in hyperchloremic acidosis.
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Journal Review

Optimal Oral Rehydration Solutions in Kids with Mild Dehydration

Filed Under: Tags: , , , June 30th, 2016 Leave a Comment

Every year in the United States there are an estimated 178.8 million episodes of acute gastroenteritis resulting in 473,832 hospitalizations.  Most of the evidence surrounding oral rehydration centers around Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT) studies in low-income countries where children suffer from more extensive gastrointestinal losses. 
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