GLUCOSE 10% SOLUTION Flashcards
1
Q
CLASSIFICATION
A
Fluid and electrolyte imbalances: carbohydrate
2
Q
PRESENTATION
A
Soft pack for infusion 250ml and 500ml
3
Q
ADMINISTRATION
A
IV infusion/bolus
IO intraosseous
PARAMEDIC: Maintain infusion once commenced
4
Q
INDICATION
A
Hypoglycaemic emergency
BGL <4mmol/L
5
Q
CONTRA-INDICATIONS
A
KSAR
6
Q
DOSAGE
A
ADULT:
250mL IV/IO infusion (repeat x1 PRN)
PAEDIATRIC
5mL/kg IV/IO (repeat x1 PRN)
7
Q
SIDE EFFECTS
A
Necrosis of tissue around IV access