Fluids Flashcards
1
Q
What is the sodium level in a 5% bottle of albumin?
A
145 +/- 15
2
Q
How do you dilute 25% albumin?
A
ONLY with D5W or NS. Sterile water will dilute to 1/5 physiologic terms which can lead to hemolysis, ARF, and death
3
Q
What’s the make up of NS?
A
NA 154
K
4
Q
What’s the make up of LR?
A
Na 130
Ca
K 5
5
Q
What’s the make up of Plasmalyte?
A
Na 140
K 4
Mag
