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- Title
Subcutaneous fluid administration and the hydration of older people.
- Authors
Gabriel, Janice
- Abstract
Hypodermoclysis, or the subcutaneous administration of fluids, is a method of rehydration that is not routinely used in the UK. Yet it is a simple and effective method o f fluid administration for individuals with mild-to-moderate dehydration, especially for the frail and elderly (Sasson and Shvartzman, 2001). Subcutaneous infusion is an alternative route o f parenteral administration. It provides a number o f advantages over the intravenous route for those individuals unable to tolerate enteral fluids, as it is associated with fewer complications, as well as a wider range of infusion sites. This makes it particularly advantageous for frail and/or older patients requiring low-volume hydration in the community setting. This article discusses indications and contraindications for subcutaneous infusions, as well as patient assessment, placement, securement and potential complications.
- Subjects
DEHYDRATION; NURSES; SURGICAL dressings; OCCUPATIONAL roles; HYPODERMOCLYSIS; OLD age; EQUIPMENT &; supplies; THERAPEUTICS
- Publication
British Journal of Nursing, 2014, Vol 23, Issue 14, pS10
- ISSN
0966-0461
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.12968/bjon.2014.23.Sup14.S10