L8: Sepsis and Intravenous Fluids Flashcards
1
Q
Average male is of what fraction water?
A
2/3
2
Q
What are the average daily requirements of Na and K?
A
1 mmol/kg
3
Q
Define hyponatraemia
A
Low sodium
4
Q
Define true hypovolaemia
A
when the rate of fluid loss of extra cellular fluid exceeds net intake
5
Q
Define relative hypovolaemia
A
Decrease in the effective circulating volume
6
Q
In hypovolaemia what signs can be seen?
A
>2 seconds for cap refill Increased skin turgor Increased pulse Low bp No visible JVP Reduced urine output Reduced weight
7
Q
In hypervolaemia what signs can be seen?
A
Elevated JVP, pitting oedema, increased weight, crackles on the lungs
