IV SOLUTIONS

Question 1

The solution _____ is a hypotonic solution and should not be used for fluid replacement. This solution can cause lysis of red blood cells because it has fewer solutes than the cell, and osmotic pressure pulls the fluid into the few cells remaining.

Answer 1

0.45% sodium chloride

Question 2

The solution of _____ is a hypertonic solution and should not be used for fluid replacement. This solution will diffuse into the cells of the tissue, having no effect on circulating volume. When the fluid surrounding the cells is hypertonic or has more solutes than the cells, osmotic pressure pulls the fluid from the cells.

Answer 2

dextrose 5% in 0.9% sodium chloride

Question 3

The solution of _____ is a hypertonic solution and should not be used for fluid replacement. This solution will diffuse into the cells of the tissue, having no effect on circulating volume. When the fluid surrounding the cells is hypertonic or has more solutes than the cells, osmotic pressure pulls the fluid from the cells.

Answer 3

dextrose 10% in water

Question 4

_____ are used for fluid volume replacement. Sodium chloride, a crystalloid, is a physiologic isotonic solution that replaces lost volume in the blood stream and is the only solution to use when infusing blood products.

Answer 4

NORMAL SALINE & LR