Dextrose 10% Flashcards

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Dextrose 10% - Contraindications

Precautions

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Nil of significance

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Dextrose 10% - Side Effects

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Nil of significance

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Dextrose 10% - Actions

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A slightly hypertonic, crystalloid solution of 10% sugar/dextrose in water, used in cases of adult hypoglycaemia with an altered conscious state who are unable to self-administer oral glucose.

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Dextrose 10% - Presentation

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25g in 250ml infusion pack

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Dextrose 10% - Onset and Duration

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IV effects:

  • onset 3mins
  • duration depends on severity of hypoglycaemia
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