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What is the typical percentage of total body water for men and women?
What is the typical percentage of total body water for men and women?
- 50% for men, 60% for women
- 55% for men, 45% for women
- 50% for both men and women
- 60% for men, 50% for women (correct)
Hypertonic saline is used primarily to treat dehydration.
Hypertonic saline is used primarily to treat dehydration.
False (B)
What is the primary characteristic that differentiates hypertonic solutions from hypotonic solutions?
What is the primary characteristic that differentiates hypertonic solutions from hypotonic solutions?
Hypertonic solutions have a higher osmolarity than plasma, while hypotonic solutions have a lower osmolarity.
A patient with an electrolyte imbalance often requires a treatment plan that includes __________.
A patient with an electrolyte imbalance often requires a treatment plan that includes __________.
Match the following intravenous fluids with their classification:
Match the following intravenous fluids with their classification:
Which of the following conditions may benefit from the redistribution of fluid?
Which of the following conditions may benefit from the redistribution of fluid?
Hydroxyethyl starch is safe for use in all critically ill patients without any risks.
Hydroxyethyl starch is safe for use in all critically ill patients without any risks.
What is one sign or symptom of intravascular volume depletion?
What is one sign or symptom of intravascular volume depletion?
Intravascular fluid depletion can occur due to _______.
Intravascular fluid depletion can occur due to _______.
What is the recommended fluid therapy approach for patients requiring fluid resuscitation?
What is the recommended fluid therapy approach for patients requiring fluid resuscitation?
Match the following fluid therapy terms with their definitions:
Match the following fluid therapy terms with their definitions:
An increased BUN/SCr ratio greater than 20:1 indicates healthy kidney function.
An increased BUN/SCr ratio greater than 20:1 indicates healthy kidney function.
What is the potential effect of using hyper oncotic solutions in fluid resuscitation?
What is the potential effect of using hyper oncotic solutions in fluid resuscitation?
What is the primary risk associated with the rapid lowering of sodium levels?
What is the primary risk associated with the rapid lowering of sodium levels?
Sterile water can be safely administered intravenously.
Sterile water can be safely administered intravenously.
What osmolarity should intravenous fluids avoid being lower than?
What osmolarity should intravenous fluids avoid being lower than?
Hypotonic fluids can cause cell __________ and potentially lead to patient death.
Hypotonic fluids can cause cell __________ and potentially lead to patient death.
Which of the following is considered a hypotonic intravenous fluid?
Which of the following is considered a hypotonic intravenous fluid?
Match the following saline concentrations with their osmolarity:
Match the following saline concentrations with their osmolarity:
Hypotonic saline can be used for a patient with hypernatremia.
Hypotonic saline can be used for a patient with hypernatremia.
What clinical condition can result from administering hypotonic intravenous fluids?
What clinical condition can result from administering hypotonic intravenous fluids?
Study Notes
Fluid Management
- Total body water (TBW) is approximately 50% of body weight in women and 60% in men; influenced by muscle and fat composition.
- A 70 kg healthy adult has about 42 liters of total fluid.
- Management of fluid involves either resuscitation for intravascular depletion or maintenance to support ongoing needs.
Intravascular Volume Depletion
- Signs and symptoms appear when at least 15% (750 mL) of blood volume is lost.
- Symptoms include tachycardia (HR > 100 beats/min), hypotension (SBP < 80 mm Hg), dry mucous membranes, decreased skin turgor, reduced urine output (0.5 mL/kg/hr), increased BUN/SCr ratio (>20:1), and dizziness.
Hypertonic Saline
- Common concentrations include 3% (954 mOsm/L), 7.5% (2393 mOsm/L), and 23.4% (7462 mOsm/L).
- Hypertonic saline can rapidly reduce cerebral edema but carries risks of cellular dehydration and fluid overload.
Hypotonic Intravenous Fluids
- Hypotonic fluids include 0.225% (quarter normal saline) and 0.45% (half normal saline) sodium chloride.
- Administration of hypotonic fluids can lead to cell hemolysis and potentially death; osmolarity should not be less than 150 mOsm/L.
- Sterile water must never be given intravenously.
Risks and Monitoring for Fluids
- Close monitoring is crucial when using hypertonic or hypotonic saline to mitigate risk of complications.
- Hypertonic solutions should be avoided in patients needing fluid resuscitation due to risks of dehydration as fluid shifts from intravascular to interstitial space.
- Hydroxyethyl starch and dextran are associated with coagulopathy and acute kidney injury, potentially increasing mortality in critically ill patients.
Electrolyte Imbalances
- Assessing electrolyte abnormalities is necessary to formulate appropriate treatment plans tailored to individual patient symptoms and signs.
- Proper management of imbalances helps maintain physiological homeostasis and prevent serious complications.
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This quiz explores the appropriate intravenous fluid regimens and the monitoring parameters necessary for patients with electrolyte imbalances. Analyze different types of saline solutions and their roles, risks, and therapeutic guidelines for effective usage. Additionally, assess electrolyte abnormalities and recommend suitable pharmacological interventions.
