dextrose [D10W] Flashcards
1
Q
Classification
D10W
A
carbohydrate substrate
2
Q
Pharmacodynamic
D10W
A
- Immediate source of glucose and H2O for nutrient deprived cells
- causes transient osmotic diuresis
3
Q
Pharmacokinetics
D10W
A
IV
onset - immediate
peak - immediate
4
Q
Indications
D10W
A
PCP
suspected or known hypoglycaemia
5
Q
Contraindications
D10W
A
<12 y/o (IV access)
6
Q
Warnings // Precautions
D10W
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- extravastation causes tissue necrosis
- clinCALL - for careplan - if ICH is suspected
(ICH) Intracerebral Hemorrhage
7
Q
Dosage - Adult
D10W
A
10 - 25g (100 -250ml)
8
Q
Dosage - Pediatric
D10W
A
PCP
- 5mL/kg
- repeat x 1
repeat x 1