Key Physiological Numbers Flashcards
1
Q
Expected urine output
A
> 0.5mL/kg/hour
So a 70kg pt should produce at least 35mL per hour, or 840mL per day.
2
Q
Fluid maintenance volume requirements.
A
25-30mL / kg / day
So a 70kg pt should require approximately 2100mL fluid per day
3
Q
Sodium, potassium, and chloride requirements per day
A
K: 1mmol/kg/day
NaCl: 1mmol/kg/day
4
Q
Glucose requirements per day
A
50-100g glucose per day to limit starvation ketosis.
5
Q
Fluid requirements for children, per kg.
A
4:2:1 rule
4mL per kg per hour for first 10kg
2mL per kg per hour for second 10kg
1mL per kg per hour for further kg