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Questions to ask about IV fluid therapy

Questions to ask about IV fluid therapy

These questions may help you (or your family or carer, if appropriate) discuss your treatment with your healthcare team.

  • Can you tell me why you have decided that I need IV fluid?

  • What does having IV fluid therapy involve?

  • How long will I need it for?

  • How will it help me?

  • How long will it take to have an effect?

  • Are there any side effects? What if I have a reaction during or after IV fluid therapy?

  • What if I prefer not to have IV fluid?

  • Why are you carrying out these tests?

  • Will having IV fluid therapy affect the medication I'm taking?

  • Who should I speak to if I notice any of the signs and symptoms listed?

  • What if I am having problems passing urine?

  • Do I still need IV fluid?

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