Question 1

how can you rehydrate yourself quickly?

Accepted Answer

Short of IV: fluid therapy nothing except drinking a lot of water (8 - 12 oz) frequntly.

Question 2

what's the fastest way i can rehydrate and replenish my body?

Accepted Answer

Fluid drink: There should be many and most important is drinking water or juices. Some of my patients feel better when they drink Gatorade for dehydration.

Question 3

how long does it take to rehydrate your body with water?

Accepted Answer

It depends: The amount of time depends on the degree of dehydration.  

If you are perspiring after a workout and drink as much as you wish, you will rehydrate within an hour.

If you are seriously depleted, it may take 8-12 (or more) hours to rehydrate.

Question 4

how many hours does it take to rehydrate after dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Degree dehydration: It really depends on how dehydrated you were in the first place before starting rehydration. If dehydration is moderate to severe, you will likely receive a 1-2 liter bolus of IV fluids, with the IV line wide open, allowing the fluid to get into you as quickly as possible. It can take anywhere from 30-60 minutes to get 1 liter of fluid into you in this manner.

Question 5

can i use this to rehydrate my 7 week old ?and how much is safe?

Accepted Answer

Restate the question: Please restate the question.
If you have worried about her child being dehydrated, your child should be seen by a physician. It is not normal for a 7 week old to be dehydrated. You should see your family practice physician.

Question 6

how can i rehydrate my penis?

Accepted Answer

There is: No reason to try to rehydrate a penis. You could give it a glass or water. Some of them drink better through a straw. Gatorade works well after a long and hard workout, particularly if it was outdoors in the hot sun.

Question 7

is there any way to quickly rehydrate a tooth?

Accepted Answer

Avoid acidic: Liquids - sodas, juices, lemonade, coffee, tea, alcohol.  Refrain from smoking.  Drink water - teeth will naturally hydrate within a few hours.

Question 8

my sinus is dry. what can i do to rehydrate them?

Accepted Answer

Good question.: This is a common complaint in the winter months when cold dry air predominates. Even warm air indoors will be dry from the use of heaters. A humidifier will help, and use nasal saline gel, which is otc.

Question 9

how much fluid should i give my child to rehydrate him after a bout of gastroenteritis?

Accepted Answer

Enough to get pee: The real question is: how do I know my child is well hydrated? You should keep giving fluid until you see a good number of wet diapers, moist mouth, tears, and bright shiny eyes. Your child should be more awake, alert, active. If they are lethargic, not drooling, not making tears with crying, or having significantly decreased urine, then you need to give more fluids or call your doctor immediately.

Question 10

my oral surg started my iv like it was nothing. but i go get rehydrated after puke fest, it takes 3 rn. 6 poke tot. what's he doin different?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration!: Starting an IV is more difficult when the patient is poorly hydrated, such is associated with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

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My oral surg started my iv like it was nothing. but i go get rehydrated after puke fest, it takes 3 rn. 6 poke tot. what's he doin different?

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