Ordering IV Fluids

Question 1

What is needed to maintain fluids

Answer 1

D5 1/4 NS (or D5 1/2 NS) with 20 mEq KCL

Question 2

What are the fluid replacements for gastric loss

Answer 2

D5 1/2 NS with 20 mEq KCL/L

Question 3

What are the fluid replacements for diarrhea

Answer 3

D 5 LR with 15 mEq KCL/L
*1 L for each 1kg or 2.2 lb lost

Question 4

What are the fluid replacements for bile loss

Answer 4

D5LR with 25 mEq/L of sodium bicarbonate