Fluids Basics Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 types of fluids that we can give IV
A
Isotonic
Hypotonic
Hypertonic
Colloids
2
Q
What is the normal range of osmolality
A
280 - 300
3
Q
What is the definition for osmolality of blood
A
Concentration of all chemical particles found in the fluid part of the blood
4
Q
Osmolality primary reflects concentration of what 3 things
A
Sodium
Bun
Glucose
5
Q
When sodium is low the osmolality is
A
Low
6
Q
What factors can cause osmolality to go over 300 (7)
A
Dehydration
Free water loss
Diabetes insipidus
Hypernatremia
Stroke of head injury
Penal tubular necrosis
7
Q
What factors can cause osmolality to drop below 280 (5)
A
Fluid volume excess
Siadh
Renal failure
Hyponatremia
Over hydration
