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| Isotonic Crystalloid Solution |
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-Increases circulating volume in the circulatory system
-Replaces water and electrolytes |
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Definition
-Fluid replacement
-Electrolyte replacement
-Burn patients |
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Definition
| IV drip - TKO/Wide open/fluid challenge/calculated drip rate |
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Definition
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Definition
Hyperkalemia
-CHF
-Edema/Sodium retention
=Renal failure (relative, depending on volume status) |
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Definition
-Contains lactic acid that acts as a buffer
-Monitor pt to prevent circulatory overload
-May use in pts with suspected head injury to maintain cerebral perfusion |
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-Refer to Pediatric Drug Guide/Current AHA PALS Guidelines/PEPP Guidelines
-20 ml/kg initial bolus in shock; 20 ml/kg/hr maximum maintenance dosage
-Use of Volutrol or similar tubing is recommended |
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