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💧 IV Fluids & Management

A bedside-oriented guide to fluid physiology, IV-fluid selection, calculations, 24-hour prescribing and common fluid-loss disorders.

Modules 1–2 are free. Modules 3–6 require Members Access. Reassess every fluid prescription against haemodynamics, urine output, electrolytes, ongoing losses and congestion risk.
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01. Body Fluid Concepts

Total body water is distributed between intracellular and extracellular compartments; extracellular fluid includes interstitial and intravascular spaces. TBW varies with age, sex and body co…
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02. IV Fluid Concepts

Think in four questions: Does the patient need RESUSCITATION, routine MAINTENANCE, replacement of a DEFICIT/ONGOING LOSS, or fluid restriction/de-resuscitation? A fluid prescription is a dru…
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03. Types of IV Fluids

Crystalloids: balanced solutions, 0.9% saline, dextrose-containing solutions and hypertonic saline. Colloids: albumin has selected indications; synthetic starches have important safety limit…
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04. Calculation of IV Fluids — Resuscitation & Maintenance

Resuscitation uses small, clinically appropriate isotonic crystalloid boluses with immediate reassessment; exact volume depends on shock type, comorbidity and response. Routine adult mainten…
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05. IVF Distribution in a 24-hour IPD Period

Do not divide a calculated 24-hour volume mechanically without reassessment. Write a plan by indication, account for oral/enteral intake and IV medications, set rates, replace measured ongoi…
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06. Fluid of Choice in 25 Fluid-Loss Disorders

Quick-reference scenarios: acute diarrhoeal dehydration; vomiting/NG loss; septic shock; haemorrhagic shock; DKA; HHS; burns; acute pancreatitis; intestinal obstruction; high-output stoma; f…
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