IV solutions

Question 1

What is an isotonic solution?

Answer 1

Solution that does not move fluids in or out of cell

Question 2

3 examples of isotonic solution?

Answer 2

Normal saline, Dextrose 5% in water, ringers lactate (LR)

Question 3

What are 3 indications for isotonic solution?

Answer 3

Hypovolemia, dehydration, burns

Question 4

What is a hypertonic solution?

Answer 4

Solution that moves fluids out of cell and into vasculature/extracellular fluid compartment (ECF)

Question 5

2 examples of a hypertonic solution?

Answer 5

TPN, 3% normal saline

Question 6

What is an indication for hypertonic solution?

Answer 6

To correct fluid or electrolyte imbalances

Question 7

What is a hypotonic solution?

Answer 7

A solution that moves fluids from vasculature/ECF into cell

Question 8

What is an indication for hypotonic solution?

Answer 8

Gastric fluid loss

Question 9

What are 2 examples of hypotonic solution?

Answer 9

4.5% normal saline, Dextrose 5% in water (but this is dependent on dextrose concentration)