Table 4-2 Quick Glance chart of common IV fluids

Question 1

5% Dextrose

Answer 1

Indications: spares body protein
Precautions: Possible compromise of glucose tolerance by stress, sepsis, hepatic, and RF, corticosteroids and diuretics

Question 2

10%

Answer 2

Ind: provides nutrition
Prec:

Question 3

20%

Answer 3

provides calories

Question 4

50%

Answer 4

provides free water

Question 5

70%

Answer 5

Ind: Acts as a diluent for IV drugs, treats dehydration, treats hyperkalemia
Prec: possible RBC agglomeration, use cautiously in the early p/o period to prevent water intoxication.
ADH secretions as a stress response to surgery
Use with caution in pt’s known subclinical or overt DM

Question 6

Hypertonic fluids

Answer 6

may cause hyperglycemia, osmotic diuresis, hyperosmolar coma, or hyperinsulinism

Question 7

0.225% NaCl

Answer 7

Ind; replaces ECF and electrolytes

Prec: 0.225%-0.9% fluid and/or solute overload w/ potentional congested states or pulm edema

Question 8

0.45%

Answer 8

replaces Na and Chloride

Question 9

0.45% NaCl

Answer 9

replaces Na and Chloride

Question 10

0.9 % NaCl

Answer 10

treats hyperosmolar diabetes

Question 11

3% NaCl

Answer 11

ind: acts as diluent for IV drug
prec: