Fluids Flashcards
0
Q
What are commonly used Crystalloid fluids?
A
Lacerated Ringers and Normal saline
1
Q
According to Poiseuille’s Law, what type of IV had been determined to be the IV that will run faster?
A
Short and fat IVs
2
Q
What are Crystalloids consist of?
A
A solution of low molecular weight ions such as salts
3
Q
What type of fluid is considered to be a normal IV bag?
A
Crystalloid
4
Q
What type of fluid is considered to be a sugary fluid?
A
Colloids
5
Q
What are colloids consist of?
A
A solution of high molecular weight proteins and large chain glucose polymers
6
Q
What are commonly used colloids?
A
Hetastarch (hespan,hextend)
Albumin
7
Q
Which fluid flows quickly in and out of cells?
A
Crystalloids
8
Q
Which fluid stays in the vessels longer?
A
Colloids
