Dextrose Flashcards
1
Q
Brand Name
Dextrose
A
D50
2
Q
Drug Class
Dextrose
A
Carbohydrate
Antihypoglycemic
3
Q
Indications
Dextrose
A
Hypoglycemia Altered LOC Coma of unknown origin Seizure of unknown origin Status Epilepticus
4
Q
Mechanism of Action
Dextrose
A
Rapidly increases serum glucose levels
Short term osmotic diuresis
5
Q
Contraindications
Dextrose
A
Intracranial Hemorrhage (Traumatic/Stroke)
Hyperglycemia
6
Q
Adverse Effects
Dextrose
A
Extravasation leads to tissue necrosis
Pain and burning from IV infusion
Hyperglycemia
7
Q
Precautions
Dextrose
A
Hypertonic solution will cause tissue necrosis if infiltration of the IV occurs
8
Q
Dose
Dextrose
A
Adult:
12.5 - 25 g of 50% solution (SIVP)
May be repeated as necessary
Pedi (1yr. or Older):
0.5 - 1 g/kg of 25% solution (SIVP)
May be repeated as necessary
Pedi (Neonate & Infant)
*See chart
