Week 2 book tech notes Flashcards
1
Q
What type of fluids would you give to a patient with heart disease?
A
hypotonic
2
Q
Colloids are well suited for use in what?
A
resuscitation
3
Q
fluid administration should be titrated to what?
A
effect on the basis of clinical response
4
Q
What is the equation for replacement rate?
A
replacement rate= dehydration + ongoing losses + maintenance
5
Q
SubQ route should not be choosen in what patients?
A
patients with dehydration, hypotension, or significant electrolyte balance
6
Q
monitoring fluid therapy during resuscitation phase is geared towards what?
A
cardiovascular stability, blood volume, and perfusion parameters
7
Q
blood transfusion is likely to be necessary if PCV falls below what?
A
20 - 25%
