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==Types of Fluids==
==Types of Fluids==
#'''[[Crystalloids]]''' are able to enter all body compartments.
#'''[[Crystalloids]]''' are able to enter all body compartments.
#''Colloids'' are restricted to the plasma compartment.
#'''[[Colloids]]''' are restricted to the plasma compartment.
If there is an electrolyte imbalance present then it may be necessary to add the appropriate electrolyte solution.
If there is an electrolyte imbalance present then it may be necessary to add the appropriate electrolyte solution.