AI Article Synopsis
- Water is vital for survival, and insufficient fluid intake can disrupt bodily functions and may lead to death.
- Small animals with inadequate fluid intake or excessive fluid loss should be evaluated for a fluid therapy plan.
- Effective fluid therapy considers fluid composition, distribution, electrolyte balance, acid-base status, perfusion, and protein loss, using available commercial fluids for treatment.
Article Abstract
Water is essential for life. Without adequate fluid intake, normal body functioning becomes impaired and ultimately can lead to death. A fluid therapy plan should be considered for any small animal patient that has either inadequate fluid intake, excessive fluid loss, or both. A simplified approach to fluid therapy begins with an understanding of the composition of fluid and its distribution within the body. Next, consideration of electrolyte loss, acid-base disturbances, perfusion impairment, and loss of protein also becomes important when replenishing deficits by using various fluids that are commercially available to small animal practitioners.
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