10 Questions
Which type of crystalloid solution has the same concentration of electrolytes as the body plasma?
Isotonic crystalloid
What is the primary reason why 5% Dextrose in Water (D5W) should not be used for fluid resuscitation?
It can result in hyperglycemia
Which crystalloid solution is the IV fluid used alongside the administration of blood products?
Normal saline solution
Why should normal saline solution not be used for heart failure, pulmonary edema, and renal impairment?
It can cause fluid volume overload
Which method can be used to calculate daily fluid requirement by multiplying the patient's weight by 35 ml/kg/day?
35 ml/kg/day method
What is the specific concentration of sodium chloride in normal saline solution?
0.9%
Which type of IV fluid contains large proteins and molecules that tend to stay within the vascular space?
Synthetic colloids
In the 4,2,1 formula for calculating fluid requirement, how much fluid is given for each kg of body weight for the first 10 kg?
4 ml/kg/hr
Which of the following is NOT a type of Crystalloid solution?
Albumin
What is the total fluid requirement in ml/day for a 90-kg individual using the Weight + 40 ml/hr method?
1640 ml/day
Learn about the different types of intravenous fluids used in ICU and how they are tailored to a patient's needs. Understand the importance of knowing the indications for using various IV fluids. Explore methods for calculating daily fluid requirements.
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