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For the prevention of dehydration, the patient is advised to take Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS). The main components of ORS solution are:

For the prevention of dehydration, the patient is advised to take Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS). The main components of ORS solution are: Correct Answer <p>Sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, glucose, sucrose and water</p>

Concept:

Oral rehydration solution (ORS):

  • Dehydration is a physical phenomenon where the body loses more amount of water.
  • ORS is the solution given to the person who has dehydration usually when one has undergone diarrhea, vomiting, sweating, burns, and to travelers.
  • It is a mixture of sugar and electrolyte solutions used to treat dehydration.
  • This solution is given to athletes, sportspersons after he finishes his match.
  • During sports activity, one loses a large amount of water from the body due to sweat and gets feels tired.
  • This solution will help to gain his energy back.

Explanation:

  • Oral rehydration solution (ORS) is an oral powder containing a mixture of glucose sodium chloride(NaCl), Table sugar(C12H22O11), H2O, potassium chloride, Sodium bicarbonate, and sodium citrate.
  • After being dissolved in the requisite volume of water they are intended for the prevention and treatment of dehydration due to diarrhea, including maintenance therapy.
  • So, Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) contains Sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, glucose, sucrose, and water

Additional Information

Causes of Dehydration:

Following are the additional causes of dehydration:

  • Diarrhea: Diarrhoea prevents the large intestine from absorbing water from the food matter.
  • Vomiting: This also leads to a loss of liquids and prevents the replacement of fluids.
  • Sweating: A large amount of water is released from the body during hot and humid weather as the body’s cooling mechanism.
  • Diabetes: High sugar level increases urination, and consequently, fluid loss.
  • Burns: The blood vessels get damaged due to which the fluid leaks into the surroundings.

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