Fluids Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 5Rs for IV prescribing
A
Resuscitation (acutely unwell, haemodynanically unstable) Replacement Routine Redistribution Reassessment
2
Q
What 3 scenarios would class as giving routine fluid
A
Fasting for elective surgery
Decreased conscious levels
Unable to eat or drink
3
Q
How would you examine for a patients fluid status?
A
Skin turgid Bone dry axilla Lying down and standing Bp UO Cap refill JVP Absence of peripheral oedema when previously present Tachycardia
4
Q
What fluids would you use in rhabdo AKI CKD
A
Saline
5
Q
What fluids would you use in resuscitations
A
Hartman s or saline
6
Q
What fluids would you use in replacement
A
Saline or hartmans
