IV Fluids and Solutions Guide & Cheat Sheet (2021 Update ... | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Get to know the different types of intravenous solutions or IV fluids in this guide and cheat sheet. Differentiate isotonic, hypertonic, and hypotonic IV solutions and the nursing interventions and management for each. 

Intravenous fluids (IV Fluids), also known as intravenous solutions, are supplemental fluids used in intravenous therapy[1] to restore or maintain normal fluid volume and electrolyte balance when the oral route is not possible. IV fluid therapy is an efficient and effective way of supplying fluids directly into the intravascular fluid compartment, in replacing electrolyte losses, and in administering medications and blood[2] products. 

There are different types of IV fluids and different ways on how to classify them.

The most common way to categorize IV f...