According to the guidelines for hydration services, hydration is an IV infusion consisting of a pre-packaged fluid and

electrolytes

O True

False

True

Explanation:

Hydration is the process by which required fluids are replaced in the body through the use of an intravenous infusion which consists of pre-packaged fluids and electrolytes. The main importance of hydration intravenous infusion is to hydrate a body system so as to avoid dehydration which could lead to other infections and even death.

Before hydration can be administered to a patient, he / she must have a record of either lack of or poor fluid intake or excessive loss of fluid over a period of time.