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I am not a doctor and I could be wrong but an IV bag is pretty saline solution(salt water/electrolytes). The whole purpose is to rehydrate you faster hence the solution. An IV is there for efficiency and quickness. Water will do the trick just not the same affect.
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Is it bad to use an IV that contains only plain water?
A: Yes. Inserting plain water into an IV can kill a patient. The solution must be made of saline, an isotonic solution of sodium chloride and distilled water. If the IV is made of plain water, then it will be hypotonic to blood cells, causing them to burst.
If you put water in your eye is it bad?
No it is not. Only pool water that contains chlorine.
Why does distilled water taste so bad?
Distilled water contains only hydrogen and oxygen molecules and it doesnt contain any of the minerals that normal water contains. Normal water contains minerals such as calcium and iron. It probably tastes so bad because the minerals have been taken out of it. I hope this helped :)
Why does water taste so bad?
Distilled water contains only hydrogen and oxygen molecules and it doesnt contain any of the minerals that normal water contains. Normal water contains minerals such as calcium and iron. It probably tastes so bad because the minerals have been taken out of it. I hope this helped :)
How good is Sparkling water for your body?
It is not "good" for your body at all. It contains extra sodium and carbonation that are "bad" for your body. Drink plain pure filtered water of at least 8 eight ounce cups daily. Drink anything else in moderation.
Does ginger ale stain?
No! Ginger Ale contains sugar and coloration that can have a bad effect on the stain and the material. Plain tonic water, seltzer water or club soda are colorless and should be sugar free, so they won't leave a residue behind.
Does ginger ale clean stains?
No! Ginger ale contains sugar and coloration that can have a bad effect on the stain and the material. Plain tonic water, seltzer water or club soda are colorless and should be sugar free, so they won't leave a residue behind.
How is water bad for us?
its not it has no calories and it can hydrate you so who ever says its bad for you is just plain stupidyour welcome from kate barrlow
Is Carbonated water healthy for your skin?
Carbonated water is not bad for your skin. If you are being health conscience, drinking plain water is always the best.
Is it bad to eat limes in the first trimester?
Eating limes won't hurt you or the baby, they have lots of Vitamin C. The only thing you have to be wary of is the acid in them, rinse your mouth with plain water after eating them.
How does littering in the ocean affect it?
Littering effects animals and can even kill them. Also, it pollutes the water, makes drinking water more unhealthy, and is plain bad.
Is flushing the toilet with only water in it bad for the toilet?
No
