Sodium Lactate Compound Flashcards
1
Q
What is Sodium Lactate Compound?
A
Increases vascular fluid volume which raises cardiac output and improves perfusion
2
Q
Indications
A
Blood and fluid loss, to correct hypovolaemia and improve tissue perfusion
3
Q
Contra-indications
A
Diabetic hyperglycaemic ketoacidotic coma and precoma
Neonates
4
Q
Cautions
A
Limb crush injury - DO not use SLC when SCP is available
Renal/ Liver failure
5
Q
Dosage and Admin
A
SCP 0.9% is preferred
INTD - 250ml
RPTD - 250ml
MD - 1 Litre
