Plasma-Lyte

Question 1

P-Lyte Drug Class

Answer 1

Fluid
Crystalloid

Question 2

P-Lyte Indications

Answer 2

Source of water and electrolytes
CPB priming fluid

Question 3

P-Lyte Preparation

Answer 3

pH 7.4, adjusted for blood
Electrolytes: Na, Cl, K, Mg, acetate, gluconate

Question 4

P-Lyte and CPB

Answer 4

Best priming solution for bypass because of osmolarity, pH, and electrolytes = blood compatable

Question 5

P-Lyte Osmolarity

Answer 5

294 m0smol/L

Question 6

Normal Physiological Osmolarity

Answer 6

280-310 m0smol/L