50% Dextrose (D50) Flashcards
1
Q
Therapeutic Effects of dextrose
A
Restores circulating blood sugar level to normal
Acts transiently as an osmotic diuretic
2
Q
Indications of dextrose
A
When BS is below 70 & pt is symptomatic
Treat coma caused by hypoglycemia
Treat coma of unknown cause
Treat status epilepticus of unknown cause
Treat some cases of refractory cardiac arrest
3
Q
Contraindications of dextrose
A
Cases of presumed intracranial hemorrhage
4
Q
Side Effects of dextrose
A
Severe neurological symptoms in alcoholics
Tissue necrosis if it infiltrates
5
Q
Adult Dose of dextrose
A
50ml (25g) as a bolus IV
6
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Pediatric Dose of dextrose
A
1ml/kg in children over 50lbs
