1. Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions during field training: an overview.
- Author
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Szlyk PC, Rose MS, Francesconi RP, Matthew W, Schilling D, and Whang R
- Subjects
- Adult, Female, Heat Exhaustion etiology, Humans, Male, Oklahoma, Texas, Water-Electrolyte Imbalance etiology, Carbohydrates therapeutic use, Electrolytes therapeutic use, Fluid Therapy, Heat Exhaustion therapy, Military Personnel, Rehydration Solutions therapeutic use, Water-Electrolyte Imbalance therapy
- Abstract
The rationale and methods of evaluating two carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions at a field training exercise in hot weather are presented in this overview. The carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions were formulated to produce a multipurpose replacement beverage which could satisfy diverse requirements of troops working in hot climates. Several uses of these beverages include replacement of electrolytes and fluid while in Mission Oriented Protective Posture IV, fluid replacement for mild heat casualties, and oral rehydration therapy for treatment of diarrheal losses.
- Published
- 1991