3 years ago

Why do you think doctors administer a saline solution instead of pure water to dehydrated patients?

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The body needs salt and electrolytes to regulate bodily functions. The body will also absorb more water with higher salt concentrations

Vikki [24]3 years ago

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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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