The patient with dehydration will be brought from Triage to the Major Medical Area.
- Elevate leg 12 inches above their core
- Obtain IV access
- Check I-stat serum sodium
- If abnormal (< 135 ) see Exercise Associated Hyponatremia Page
- If normal (> 135 ) give 0.9%NS up to 2 L over 30 minutes
- Patient should have normal mental status and be able to sit, then stand, and walk without symptoms
- The patient must urinate prior to discharge from the medical tent
Ancitipated time in the medical tent: ~ 60 minutes.