IV Fluid Administration Flashcards
1
Q
why is the type of surgery imoortant to note in fluid prescribing
A
bowel and intraabdo surgery is associated with third space losses (fluid moves from plasma in to interstitial fluid)
2
Q
does 5% glucose contain electrolytes
A
no
3
Q
why is 5% glucose good
A
no electrolytes so once given na/k requirements in saline can give 5% glucose - also contains carbs so good if oral intake is low
4
Q
how much na and cl is in saline
A
154mmol/l of both na + cl
