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Actionable Insights
1. Mitigate Dehydration Risks
Be profoundly aware of your hydration status, especially after giving blood or during long flights, to mitigate risks of severe dehydration and related incidents like fainting.
2. Avoid Pure Water IV
Never give pure water intravenously, even sterile water, because its lack of tonicity would rupture cells in the body.
3. Administer Isotonic IV Solutions
When administering IV fluids, generally start with an isotonic solution (0.9% sodium chloride) and adjust based on the patient’s condition, such as using hypertonic solutions to reduce brain swelling or hypotonic solutions for high electrolyte levels.
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