Question

11. Why is saline, a dilute salt solution, given through an IV to dehydrated patients,

instead of regular water?
A. The salt ions in the saline help the body maintain its normal temperature.
B. Regular water would alter the pH of the blood, causing it to become more acidic.
C. The salt concentration is close to that of the blood, which keeps red blood cells
from bursting.
D. The saline is more sterile than regular water, so it helps prevent infections due to
dehydration
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Answer 1

Saline, a dilute salt solution, given through an IV to dehydrated patients, instead of regular water because " OPTION D. The saline is more sterile than regular water, so it helps prevent infections due to dehydration"

Step-by-step explanation:

The normal saline are used for the treatment of dehydration, as it contains the sodium and chlorine which can even replace the lost fluid which further helps in prevention of some electrolyte imbalance. Dehydration is the condition where the body loses the fluid as compared to that of the intake, it can be via sweating, urine etc. the saline contains potassium, sodium and glucose in it, which is needed during dehydration. Caffeinated beverages enhances more fluid excretion so it must be avoided.