Question
A patient developed a fever due to a common cold and received intravenous fluid therapy in the hospital, using small needles. What type of fluid replacement should be used for fever patients?
Answer
Fever is a common symptom of various diseases. For fever patients, hydration can be achieved by drinking plenty of water or through intravenous fluid administration. Common causes of fever include acute respiratory inflammation, acute gastritis, and acute pyelonephritis, among others. Different diseases may be accompanied by different symptoms. It is recommended to consult the relevant department based on accompanying symptoms or visit the general internal medicine department. Routine blood tests, C-reactive protein, and urine tests are required to make an accurate diagnosis and provide appropriate treatment.