hyperosmolality
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The nurse administered isotonic saline to correct the patient's hyperosmolality.
Definition:A solution that has the same osmolality as plasma, used to maintain or restore the electrolyte balance in the body, often used in medical treatments to prevent or correct hyperosmolality
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Example:To treat hyperosmolality, hypertonic solutions should be avoided and isotonic solutions should be used instead.
Definition:A type of solution that has a higher osmolality than the body's internal fluids, causing water to move out of cells, which can lead to hyperosmolality and dehydration
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