fluid replacement
Replenishing lost liquids
Fluid replacement is the medical practice of restoring lost body fluids, whether through drinking liquids or intravenous administration.
Athletes need fluid replacement after intense exercise; patients with severe dehydration may require IV fluid replacement.
The term also covers replacing fluids in mechanical systems: The mechanic recommended brake fluid replacement.
- salineSalt-water solution
- thirstNeed for fluid
- dripLiquid falling slowly
- waterClear essential liquid
- drinkConsumable liquid
heat exhaustion · saline solution · crystalloids · colloids · sweat · sweat it out · replenish · sepsis · infusion · hypoperfusion · Gatorade · electrolyte balance · intravenous fluids · cannula · diarrhea · IV · vomiting · emergency room
hydration status
fluid replacementdehydration
Excessive fluid loss
fluid loss · desiccation · exsanguination · hemorrhage · diuresis