IV Hydration Therapy: What You Need to Know Before You Drip

IV hydration therapy delivers fluids, electrolytes, and vitamins directly into the bloodstream for rapid absorption. It’s used to treat dehydration, fatigue, and nutrient deficiencies, especially in patients with chronic illness, post-surgical recovery, or high-performance lifestyles.

Evidence: An article from The Nurse Practitioner journal outlines best practices and cautions for safe IV therapy use, including fluid balance and patient selection. The British Journal of Anaesthesia emphasizes evidence-based IV fluid management for optimal outcomes.

Reference Links:
https://www.npjournal.org/article/S1555-4155(18)30502-6/fulltext
https://www.bjanaesthesia.org/article/S0007-0912(24)00506-3/fulltext