IV fluids Flashcards
1
Q
what solutions is most similar to plasma
A
hartmans
good for replacing blood loss
2
Q
what are the disadvantages of saline
A
can give too much chloride and sodium
3
Q
what is the purpose of 5% dextrose
A
given instead of pure water
used for maintenance
too much can cause hyponatraemia
4
Q
what solution is best for maintenance fluids
A
dextrose saline
5
Q
what is the purpose of colloids
A
given when you need to keep fluid in the intravascular space
