Subcutaneous Fluids for Hydration
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Aims of this Programme
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Subcutaneous Fluid Administration
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Subcutaneous Fluid Administrarion Guidelines
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Consent
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Roles and Responsibilities
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Indications for Use
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Contraindications
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Important to rememer!
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Site Selection
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Types of Infusion Fluids for Subcutaneous Administration
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Volume infused over 24 hours
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Equipment Required
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Overview of Procedure
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List of References
Management of Dehydration in Elderly Care Facilities
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Introduction
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Definition
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Prevalence of Dehydration in Institutional Care
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Consequences of Dehydration
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Risk Factors for Dehydration
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Normal Fluid Intake
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Diagnostic Tests for Dehydration
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Presentation of Dehydration
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Prevention of Dehydration in Residential Care
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More Useful Clinical Signs of Dehydration
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Specific Circumstances
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Treatment of Dehydration
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Dehydration in Terminal Care
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End of Life Care
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References
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Quiz
