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  • 18-03-2017
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Why do you think doctors administer a saline solution instead of pure water to dehydrated patients?

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AllyCat6170
AllyCat6170 AllyCat6170
  • 18-03-2017
The body needs salt and electrolytes to regulate bodily functions. The body will also absorb more water with higher salt concentrations
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lorissameyer
lorissameyer lorissameyer
  • 20-03-2017
It is due to the salts/electrolytes in the saline solution. The body needs these to function properly. Also if pure water to be used, it would cause hemolysis of the red blood cells. 
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