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IV Fluids (Isotonic/Hypertonic/Hypotonic)

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IV Fluids (Isotonic/Hypertonic/Hypotonic) Isotonic IV solutions: Ans- -Dextrose 5% in water (D5W) -0.9% sodium chloride (Normal Saline) (NaCl) -Lactated Ringer's (LR) Dextrose 5% ... in water (D5W) -Uses: Ans- • Fluid loss • Dehydration • Hypernatremia Dextrose 5% in water (D5W) -Special Considerations: Ans- • Use cautiously in renal and cardiac patients • Can cause fluid overload 0.9% sodium chloride (Normal Saline) (NaCl) -Uses: Ans- • Shock • Hyponatremia • Blood transfusions • Resuscitation • Fluid challenges • DKA 0.9% sodium chloride (Normal Saline) (NaCl) -Special Considerations: Ans- • Can lead to overload • Use with caution in patients with heart failure or edema Lactated Ringer's (LR) -Uses: Ans- • Dehydration • Burns • Lower GI fluid loss • Acute blood loss • Hypovolemia due to third spacing Isotonic IV solutions: Lactated Rin [Show More]

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