Sepsis: Diagnosis And Treatment

Intravenous Fluids

Intravenous fluids are the first-line treatment for sepsis! Patients will receive these fluids within three hours. Intravenous fluids prevent the patient's blood pressure from dropping so low that they are sent into shock. Intravenous fluids let doctors track precisely how much fluid patients are given. They are essential! Doctors also control what type of fluids patients receive. Thus, they tailor the treatment to the patient! Intravenous fluids also reduce sepsis damage. They are a crucial part of this!

Saline and colloids are the most common intravenous fluids. Saline is mostly water. However, it also has water-soluble minerals, such as sodium! Sodium works as an electrolyte and helps the patient's body absorb the fluid! Colloids are thicker than saline. They do not dissolve as quickly! Patients will also need additional saline if they receive colloids. This lets them maintain balance within their body!

Discover additional treatments for sepsis now!