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What IV fluid is a balanced electrolyte solution?

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Each year, over 30 million hospitalized patients receive intravenous (IV) fluids for resuscitation or hydration [1.2.3]. A key question in their care is, what IV fluid is a balanced electrolyte solution? These fluids are designed to closely match the composition of human plasma [1.2.2].