title: Hypodermoclysis: an alternate method for rehydration in long-term care.
abstract: The hypodermoclysis technique of subcutaneous infusion has many benefits for long-term care patients and staff. Minor complications associated with the procedure are easily remedied, and studies have proved its effectiveness. Hypodermoclysis provides an easy-to-use, safe, and cost-effective alternative to intravenous hydration for the elderly long-term care patient.
authors.affiliation: Infusion Services for Omnicare Infusion Services in Des Plaines, Illinois, USA. gmgmrn@aol.com
authors.forename: Gabrielle
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Walsh
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D003362:Cost-Benefit Analysis; D003681:Dehydration / Q000628:therapy*; D005851:Geriatric Nursing; D006801:Humans; D007263:Infusions, Parenteral / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000191:economics / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing; D007552:Isotonic Solutions / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D008134:Long-Term Care; D018579:Patient Selection; D012449:Safety; D040521:Subcutaneous Tissue; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D007552:Isotonic Solutions