Category Archives: IV Therapy
Reasons Why Some Patients Need IV Therapy
Intravenous (IV) therapy is a common procedure that over 90% of hospitalized patients get as part of their care. This is the delivery of fluids, blood, or medication directly into the patient’s body through the veins. While this is the easiest and ...
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IV Therapy: Treating Dehydrated Senior Adults
Many senior adults who are frail have a high risk of dehydration. As much as possible, they need to avoid coffee, alcoholic drinks, and any liquids with high protein because of their diuretic effects. Physicians sometimes prescribe senior adults with...
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