Burns Fluid Resuscitation Quiz

Questions and Answers

Calculate the burn injury using the Rule of Nines for a client with burns affecting the entire face and upper half of the anterior torso. What is the percentage affected?

36% (correct)

18%

48%

24%

How much fluid should be infused over the first 24 hours for a client weighing 174.74 lbs with a TBSA of 36%?

11,376 mL

Calculate the total fluid to be infused in the first 8 hours for an adult burn victim weighing 81 kg with a TBSA of 19%.

2,798 mL

6,156 mL

3,078 mL (correct)

12,312 mL

What is the rate of IV fluid required in the first 24 hours for a patient who has burns on approximately 42% of his body and weighs 78 kg?

13,104 mL Signup and view all the answers

What is the mL/hr rate to be infused in the first 8 hours after arrival for the same patient?

819 mL/hr Signup and view all the answers

Using the Rule of Nines, estimate the extent of burn injury for the areas burned: anterior trunk, anterior left arm, and posterior left leg.

31.5% Signup and view all the answers

Which client is most at risk for compartment syndrome due to a burn?

A 25 year old with circumferential burn of the anterior and posterior left arm. Signup and view all the answers

What would be the TBSA for a 47 year old male client weighing 91 kg with burns on his entire head, upper anterior torso, anterior right and left arms, and genitalia?

28% Signup and view all the answers

Using the Parkland Formula, calculate the mL/hr in the first 8 hours of the client's arrival for the above patient.

637 mL/hr Signup and view all the answers

For a burn victim in the first 24 hours, which type of fluid would the doctor most likely order?

Lactated Ringer's solution Signup and view all the answers

Using the Parkland Formula, what is the fluid to be infused in the first 8 hours after arrival for a patient weighing 80 kg with specific burn injuries?

3,600 mL Signup and view all the answers

After the first 8 hours for a burn patient receiving Lactated Ringer's with an initial volume of 30,000 mL, what should be the rate of IV fluids?

938 mL/hr Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rule of Nines

Burns affecting the anterior half of the head account for 4.5% TBSA.
The upper half of the anterior torso equals 9% TBSA.
Each lower arm contributes 4.5% TBSA; both equal 9% TBSA combined.
The posterior half of the head adds another 4.5% TBSA.
The upper half of the posterior torso constitutes 9% TBSA.
Total burn injury calculated using these measurements can be 36% TBSA.

Parkland Formula

Fluid resuscitation calculated as: 4 mL × TBSA (%) × weight (kg).
For a patient weighing 174.74 lbs (79 kg) with 36% TBSA, total fluid volume for the first 24 hours is 11,376 mL.
In the first 8 hours, half of the total volume (5,688 mL) is administered.

Fluid Calculation Examples

For a patient weighing 81 kg with 19% TBSA, volume calculated is 3,078 mL in 24 hours.
For another patient weighing 78 kg with 42% TBSA, total volume is 13,104 mL in 24 hours, leading to 819 mL/hr for the first 8 hours.

Additional Calculations

A patient with burns on anterior trunk, anterior left arm, and posterior left leg totals 31.5% of TBSA.
Circumferential burns, especially on extremities, pose a high risk for compartment syndrome.

Fluid Resuscitation Dynamics

Clients with massive burns typically receive Lactated Ringer's solution for fluid resuscitation, as it helps to neutralize metabolic acidosis often present post-injury.
After initial 8-hour fluid administration, the rate should be adjusted to provide remaining fluids over the next 16 hours.

Study Cases

Adult patient with burns on the entire head, anterior torso, arms, and genitalia calculated to have 28% TBSA. Initial fluid rate post-arrival determined at 637 mL/hr.
In a case involving an adult with anterior trunk and arm burns, TBSA calculated at 22.5%, necessitating 3,600 mL in the first 8 hours.

Summary

Total fluid requirements after burns vary based on TBSA and weight, using the Parkland Formula.
Close monitoring of fluid rates and adjustments post-initial resuscitation critical for recovery.

Description

Test your knowledge on burns fluid resuscitation applying the Parkland Formula and the Rule of Nines. This quiz covers calculations for burn injuries using specific scenarios. Challenge yourself and reinforce your understanding of fluid management in burn cases.