DRUGS: 5% Dextrose in Water

Question 1

5% Dextrose in Water: Class

Answer 1

hypotonic solution containing dextrose

Question 2

5% Dextrose in Water: Mechanism of Action

Answer 2

provides nutrients (dextrose) and free water

Question 3

5% Dextrose in Water: Indications

Answer 3

diluted concentrated meds for IV infusion, IV access for emergency meds

Question 4

5% Dextrose in Water: Contraindictions

Answer 4

not for fluid replacement in hypovolemic pts

Question 5

5% Dextrose in Water: Adverse Reactions

Answer 5

rare

Question 6

5% Dextrose in Water: Drug Interactions

Answer 6

do not use with Dilantin or Inocor

Question 7

5% Dextrose in Water: Route

Answer 7

IV

Question 8

5% Dextrose in Water: Dosage and Administration - ADULTS

Answer 8

Adults
mini-drip set (60) TKO

Question 9

5% Dextrose in Water: Dosage and Administration - PEDIATRICS

Answer 9

Pediatrics
Same as Adults
mini-drip set (60) TKO

Question 10

5% Dextrose in Water: Duration of Action

Answer 10

short term therapy

Question 11

5% Dextrose in Water: Special Considerations

Answer 11

None