Fluid Management Flashcards

1
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What factors can cause patients undergoing GA to be hypovolemic?

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NPO statusTraumaEvaporationDry anesthetic gases

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What complications are associated with a hypovolemic patient?

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PONVOrgan dysfunctionProlongation of hospital stay

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What are the goals of fluid therapy?

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Avoid or correct a hypovolemic stateRestore intravascular volumeMaintain O2 carrying capacity

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4
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What is the ultimate objective of fluid therapy?

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To maintain adequate tissue perfusion, poor perfusion is associated with poor outcomes following surgery

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What is the predominate substance in the body?

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Water, about 45-75% of body weight

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6
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What factors determine total body water?

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Age, gender and body habitus

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7
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What are the normal values for body water distribution in adults, infants and the elderly?

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Avg. 70kg Male 60% TBWAvg. 70kg Female 55% TBW (more fat)Premature infants 80-90% TBWTerm infants 75% TBWElderly 50-55% TBW

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8
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Define volume of distribution.

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The apparent volume of body water that the drug appears to distribute to produce a drug concentration to that in the blood

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9
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What population has an increased volume of distribution for water soluble drugs?

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Infants, more TBW than other populations

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What population has an increased volume of distribution for lipid soluble drugs?

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Obese patients, more fat to distribute

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11
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What primarily regulates the extracellular volume?

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Body sodium balance

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12
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What primarily regulates the intracellular volume?

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Body water balance

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13
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How are the body fluid compartments divided in the body?

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Total body water 60% ECF 20% ICF 40%Plasma 4% Interstitial fluid 16%

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14
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What determines the tonicity and the osmolarity of the extracellular fluid?

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Sodium concentration

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15
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What is a typical blood volume of an adult and what are its contents?

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About 5L 2L Red cell volume3L Plasma

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16
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What part of the body fluid are the red blood cells?

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Red cell volume is actually considered part of the ICF

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17
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What mechanism cause water to move between the ICF and ECF?

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Osmosis, from low solute concentration to high concentration

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18
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What determines osmotic pressure?

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Osmotic pressure is proportional to the number of ions, not the molecular weight

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19
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Define osmolality?

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Refers to the number of osmotically active particles per kilogram of water

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20
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How is osmolality calculated?

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(Serum Na x 2) + blood glucose + blood urea

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21
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Why don’t we use osmole as a unit of measurement in medicine?

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Too large in expressing osmotic activity of solutes in body fluids, miliosmoles (1/1000 osmole) is commonly used

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22
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Define Osmolarity?

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Refers to the number of osmotically active particles per liter of solution, another way to express the concentration of a solution

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23
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What term is easier to use when referring to the body?

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Osmolarity, body fluid already in liters

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What does tonicity measure?

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Measures the particles which are capable of exerting an osmotic force

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25
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Define what it means to have an isotonic solution.

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The same osmolarity, no osmotic pressure is generated across cell membranes

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26
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What are the most commonly used isotonic solutions?

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LR, NS

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27
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Define what it means to have a hypotonic solution?

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The solution has a lower osmolarity than the plasma

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Define what it means to have a hypertonic solution?

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Solution with a higher osmolarity than plasma

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29
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What are the four components of Starling forces?

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Capillary pressureISF pressureISF colloid osmotic pressurePlasma colloid osmotic pressure

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30
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What is the pressure exerted by the macromolecules that prevents fluid from leaving the plasma and exerts a pull from the interstitial space

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Colloid oncotic pressure, about 25mmHg

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31
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What does the colloid oncotic pressure use to maintain plasma volume?

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ProteinsAlbuminGamma globulins

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32
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Which of Starling’s forces can be controlled by the anesthetic provider?

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Capillary hydrostatic pressure –> vasoactive agentsCapillary oncotic pressure –> giving crystalloids

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33
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Where does primary exchange of IVF and EVF take place?

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Capillaries and small post capillary venules

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34
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What are the two most important components of exchange between the IVF and the EVF?

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Bulk flowDiffusion

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35
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Why are large volumes required when replacing with crystalloid?

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It is rapidly distributed throughout the ECF

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36
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Approximately how much crystalloid is required to expand the intravascular compartment by 1 liter?

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3-4L

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37
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What occurs when D5W is administered?

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Glucose initially osmotically active but then rapidly metabolized, leaving free water without eletrolytes

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38
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How much D5W would be required to replace 500mL of plasma volume?

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7L which is not suitable for resuscitation or rapid volume replacement

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39
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Why don’t we typically give D5W in the OR?

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Patients are usually stressed –> increased cortisol –> increased blood sugar

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40
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What is the most commonly used fluid in the OR?

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Lactated Ringers, most intraoperative losses are isotonic

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41
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Why don’t we use LR to dilute blood?

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The calcium in the LR binds to the citrate anticoagulant in the blood and may result in clotting

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42
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Why might we avoid using LR in renal failure patients in the OR?

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There is potassium in LR (4mEq) that can cause hyperkalemia

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43
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How is LR metabolized?

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Lactate is converted to bicarbonate in the liver

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44
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What is the osmolality of LR?

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273 making it slightly hypotonic and causes a slight decrease in serum Na

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45
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Why don’t we typically use NS in the OR?

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Greater chloride content, with large volumes this may cause hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis

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46
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What is the osmolality of NS?

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308

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47
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How many grams of sodium are in 0.9% NS?

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9 grams

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48
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What are hypertonic solutions predominately used for?

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Severe hyponatremiaSevere hypovolemic shock or burns

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49
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What is the mechanism behind giving a hyper osmotic fluid?

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Drawls water from the interstitial compartment into the vascular space 12L interstitial > 3L plasma

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50
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What are some side effects of hypertonic solutions?

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HyperchloremiaHypernatremiaCellular dehydrationLimited intravascular duration

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51
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What is the purpose of colloid use?

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Maintaining intravascular volume with the use of large osmotically active molecules

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52
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What are some adverse effects to using colloids?

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Platelet coagulationAnaphylactic reactionReticuloendothelial system (activates phagocytes)

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53
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What is the molecular weight of endogenous albumin?

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69,000 and accounts for 60-80% of plasma colloidal oncotic pressure

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54
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How does albumin that leaks out get back into circulation?

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Lymphatic system

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55
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Where is albumin synthesized?

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Hepatocytes at a rate of 9-12g/day to maintain normal plasma concentration of 40g/L

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56
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What kind of solution is 5% albumin?

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Isotonic

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57
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How does 25% albumin affect circulation?

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Can expand the plasma volume up to 5x the current volume by drawling fluid in from the interstitial fluid

58
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How are synthetic colloids typically described?

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Described by the average or the number averaged molecular weight

59
Q

What is the molecular weight of Dextran 70 and what is it most beneficial for?

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Dextran 70 = MW: 70,000, it is a better volume expander

60
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How are dextran 40 and 70 metabolized?

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Dextran 40 is small enough to be eliminated by the kidneys where Dextran 70 must pass into the tissues and undergo hydrolysis

61
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What is the molecular weight and effects of Dextran 40?

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MW = 40,000 and it improves blood flow through microcirculation (reduced RBC sludging and reduction in blood viscosity)

62
Q

What is an undesirable side effect of dextran use?

A

Acquired Von Willebrands, reducing both components of factor VIII:Factor VIII related antigenFactorVIII coagulant

63
Q

What is the name of the hydroxyethyl starch that is mixed in 0.95% sodium chloride solution?

A

Hespan

64
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What is the name of the hydroxyethyl starch that is mixed in a electrolyte solution similar to LR?

A

Hextend

65
Q

What is the significance of the pattern on the hydroxyethyl substitution of hydroxyl starches?

A

It reduces the susceptibility to hydrolysis by non-specific amylases in the blood

66
Q

What problem can occur if HES molecules are too small?

A

They can leak out into the intravascular space, eliminated by the kidneys

67
Q

What problem can occur if HES molecules are too big?

A

Effect blood coagulation, broken down by amylase

68
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What is currently the starch of choice and why?

A

Voluven, avoids molecules leaking out and avoids coagulation issues

69
Q

What can occur with long term use of HES?

A

Storage of HES molecules in the reticuloendothelial system

70
Q

What determines if a crystalloid or a colloid should be used in a particular situation?

A

Crystalloids are generally used as maintenance fluid for insensible losses and as replacement for body fluid deficitsColloids are used for fluid replacement and shock resuscitation

71
Q

How much fluid can 1g of colloid drawl into the plasma volume?

A

20mL

72
Q

How much does 500mL of albumin or hetastarch 6% increase the plasma volume?

A

500mL

73
Q

What are the major preoperative goals of fluid management?

A

Meet basal fluid requirementsReplace lossesRestore/maintain hemodynamic stabilityEnhance microvascular blood flow –> O2 deliveryMaintain aerobic cellular metabolism

74
Q

What is the formula for oxygen delivery?

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DO2 = CI (cardiac index) x CaO2 (arterial oxygen content)

75
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What causes water and electrolyte losses to occur?

A

UrinationEvaporative loss from skin and lungs

76
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How much water does a normothermic patient lose per day?

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2000mL/day 2500 from normal metabolic rateMay gain 400mL for metabolic water

77
Q

What is the 4-2-1 maintenance estimation calculation?

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0-10kg = 4mL/kg11-20kg = 2mL/kg>20kg = 1mL/kgTrick: if patient is over 20kg, just add 40mL to their weight in kgs

78
Q

How do we calculate NPO deficits?

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Maintenance x hours fasting = deficitThis does not account for other loses that occur in the OR

79
Q

What are some causes of abnormal fluid losses?

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Preoperative bleeding, vomiting, diuresis, diarrhea, bowel prepOccult lossesIncreased insensible losses

80
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How are the first three hours of fluid deficits typically replaced?

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Hour 1 = 1/2 deficit + hourly maintenanceHour 2 = 1/4 deficit + hourly maintenanceHour 3 = 1/4 deficit + hourly maintenance

81
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What are some causes of obligatory fluid loss?

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Evaporation, mostly apparent with large wounds (duration and surface are exposed)Internal redistribution of body fluids (third spacing)

82
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What type of tissues are most likely to have third spacing?

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Trauma, inflammation or infected tissue

83
Q

What does the provider need to know in order to calculate third space losses?

A

Type of procedureDegree of exposureAmount of surgical manipulation

84
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What is the major determinant in third space fluid replacement?

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Based on whether the tissue trauma is minimal. moderate or severe

85
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How much fluid per kg should considered for third space losses if minimal tissue trauma is thought to occur?

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1-2mL/kg/hr

86
Q

How much fluid per kg should considered for third space losses if moderate tissue trauma is thought to occur?

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4-7mL/kg/hr

87
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How much fluid per kg should considered for third space losses if severe tissue trauma is thought to occur?

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8-10mL/kg/hr

88
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What components make up the fluid requirements of a surgical patient?

A

MaintenanceNPO deficit3rd SpacingEBL

89
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What two major risk factors contribute to a conservative provider when it comes to transfusing blood products?

A

Blood borne pathogensTransfusion reaction

90
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How much blood loss can a typical adult tolerate?

A

10% loss of EBV

91
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What is the main reason providers decide to transfuse a patient?

A

To maintain O2 carrying capacity

92
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At what point should the provider switch from using crystalloids and colloids to blood products?

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When the danger of anemia outweighs the risk of transfusing

93
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What is the ratio of replacing crystalloid to blood volume lost?

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Isotonic solution of 3mL for each 1 mL of blood loss 3:1

94
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What is the ratio of replacing colloid to blood volume lost?

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1mL for each 1mL of blood loss 1:1

95
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What is the ratio of replacing blood components to blood volume lost?

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Considered a colloid1:1

96
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What does the hematocrit represent?

A

The RBC volume in the intracellular fluid

97
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What factors tend to increase blood volume?

A

Physical activity and Muscularity

98
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What factors tend to decrease blood volume?

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Obesity, inactivity and chronic disease

99
Q

How do you calculate the estimated blood volume for adult males and females?

A

Males 75mL/kgFemales 65mL/kg

100
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What is the formula for allowable blood loss?

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ABL = 3 [(EBV x Hct preop) - (EBV x Hct allowed)]

101
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How much does one unit of PRBC increase the Hgb and Hct?

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Hgb 1g/dLHct 2-3%

102
Q

At what transfusion rate will the Hgb increase by 3g/dL and the Hct increase by 10%?

A

10mL/kg

103
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What should we assess in order to determine blood loss?

A

Suction canisterSpongesSurgical field

104
Q

How much blood is lost in a full 4x4?

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10mL

105
Q

How much blood is lost in a full Ray-tech?

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10-20mL

106
Q

How much blood is lost in a full lap pad?

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100mL

107
Q

How much blood is lost in wet sponges?

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20-30% of dry value

108
Q

What is a type specific blood compatibility test?

A

ABO Rh typing only 99.8% compatible

109
Q

What does a type and screen blood compatibility test examine?

A

ABO Rh type and screen for specific antibodies commonly associated with non-ABO hemolytic reactions99.94% compatible

110
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What does a type and crossmatch examine?

A

Confirms ABO Rh typingDetects antibodies to other blood groupsDetects antibodies in low titers

111
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How long does it take to do ABO Rh typing?

A

Less than 5 minutes

112
Q

How long does it generally take to get back antibody titers?

A

May take up to 45 minutes

113
Q

What blood type is the universal donor?

A

O negative

114
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If the results of a type and crossmatch become available before transfusing 4 units of O negative blood what should be done?

A

The provider should switch to the crossmatched blood, if >4 O negative transfused STICK WITH IT

115
Q

What are the benefits to using whole blood?

A

It includes the clotting factors and antibodies

116
Q

How much volume is one bag of whole blood?

A

450mL, reserved for mass casualties and EBV loss > 25%

117
Q

How does giving pack red cells differ than giving whole blood?

A

Replaces RBC but not the volume250-350mL

118
Q

How much does each unit of platelets increase the patients platelet count?

A

5000-10000

119
Q

At what platelet level could spontaneous hemorrhage occur?

A

10-20K

120
Q

About how long will platelets survive post transfusion?

A

About 1 week

121
Q

What does a bag of fresh frozen plasma contain?

A

All clotting factors except platelets, usually about 250mL

122
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How do we dose FFP?

A

About 10-15mL/kg

123
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About how long does it take FFP to thaw?

A

45 minutes

124
Q

What doses of FFP can be given for warfarin reversal therapy?

A

5-8mL/kg

125
Q

What is cryopreciptate used for?

A

To correct specific coagulopathies because it contains factors VIII, XIII and fibrinogen

126
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What transfusion product carries the greatest infectious risk from hepatitis and why?

A

Cryopreciptate, it is pooled from more than one donor

127
Q

What are some major complications associated with transfusions?

A

Immune hemolytic reactionsImmune non-hemolytic reactionsInfections (HIV, Hepatitis)Metabolic complications

128
Q

What metabolic complications arise from transfusions?

A

Decreased ph from lactate production Increased potassium from cell lysis

129
Q

When in a coagulopathy complication likely to occur from transfusion?

A

Usually occurs after massive transfusion >10 units

130
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What is a major complication associated with replacing blood loss with mass amounts of fluids?

A

Dilutional thrombocytopenia and low clotting factors

131
Q

What pathophysiology can occur with massive transfusions?

A

DIC

132
Q

What is the leading cause of transfusion related deaths in the US?

A

TRALI

133
Q

Explain what a TRALI may look like?

A

Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema, hypoxia HoTN, fever and fluid in ETT

134
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What is the treatment for TRALI?

A

Supportive measures

135
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What is considered a massive transfusion?

A

Replacement of patients total blood volume in 1/2 EBV in 3hrsTransfusion of >10units of whole blood

136
Q

What electrolyte abnormality might be seen with massive transfusions and how should it be treated?

A

Hypocalcemia, only replace if ionized Ca levels are low

137
Q

What causes hypocalcemia with massive transfusions?

A

Citrate preservative may bind and chelate calcium

138
Q

When might a provider see cardiac compromise related to hypocalcemia from massive transfusions?

A

In normal patients does not occur unless the transfusion rate exceeds 1 unit every 5 minutes

139
Q

If a surgeon wants to use cell saver during a procedure what does that mean?

A

Blood loss from surgical field are suctioned up, RBC spun down and given back to the patient

140
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What should you do if the surgeon says he wants to use inraoperative isovolemic hemodilution during a procedure?

A

Draw off blood before procedure, replace with crystalloid or colloid, when blood loss occurs, Hct will be lower, give the patients blood back after the procedure is complete

141
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What are good techniques for transfusing products?

A

Warm the bloodUse a filter (170micrometer)Reconstitute with NS

142
Q

Why do we reconstitute blood with NS when we use LR in the OR?

A

Calcium in LR may cause blood to clot by reversing the anticoagulant effect of citrate