fluid prescribing Flashcards
1
Q
when may a patient need fluids?
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2
Q
what do you use for fluid resuscitation?
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3
Q
what are the normal daily fluid requirements?
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4
Q
what is a crystalloid?
A
solution containing small molecules e.g. sodium, chloride
5
Q
what is a colloid?
A
solution containing larger molecules e.g. albumin
6
Q
wha does NICE recommend for routine maintenance?
A
When prescribing for routine maintenance alone, consider using 25-30 ml/kg/day sodium chloride 0.18% in 4% glucose with 27 mmol/l potassium on day 1 (there are other regimens to achieve this).
7
Q
what does large volumes of saline cause?
A
if large volumes are used there is an increased risk of hyperchloraemic metabolic acidosis
8
Q
what are the portions of electrolytes in common fluids?
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