nestehoitona
Nestehoitona is a Finnish term that describes the administration of treatment by fluids. In medical practice it refers to fluid therapy delivered as intravenous infusion or as oral/enteral hydration. The goal is to restore or maintain circulating volume, correct dehydration and electrolyte disturbances, support medication administration, and, when needed, provide nutrition.
Intravenous infusion involves placing a venous access device and delivering fluids at a controlled rate, either
Indications include dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, perioperative fluid management, shock prevention, and support in intensive care or
Monitoring includes intake and output, vital signs, and laboratory tests (electrolytes, kidney function). Risks include infection
Nestehoitona is a general term used in Finnish healthcare to describe fluid-based treatment; the specific protocols