2000). The HTS solution can either supplement or replace the maintenance intravenous solution, depending on the patient's electrolyte levels and fluid requirements (Qureshi et al., 1998).

This involves drinking an oral solution that contains adequate ... reintroduced into the body intravenously (IV) to directly enter the bloodstream. If hypertonic dehydration is severe or has ...

Hypertonic saline refers to any saline solution with a concentration of sodium chloride (NaCl) higher than physiologic (0.9%). Commonly used preparations include 2%, 3%, 5%, 7%, and 23% NaCl.