Alcoholic ketoacidosis: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
Intravenous fluids containing sodium, such as normal saline, are typically administered to correct sodium imbalances. Hypotonic fluids, on the other hand, have a lower concentration of electrolytes compared to the body’s fluids. They are used cautiously in AKA treatment as they can potentially worsen electrolyte imbalances. Hypotonic fluids may be considered in cases where there […]
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Intravenous fluids containing sodium, such as normal saline, are typically administered to correct sodium imbalances. Hypotonic fluids, on the other hand, have a lower concentration of electrolytes compared to the body’s fluids. They are used cautiously in AKA treatment as they can potentially worsen electrolyte imbalances. Hypotonic fluids may be considered in cases where there […]
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