Fluids/Electrolytes

Objectives:

1. Know signs and symptoms of various electrolyte abnormalities
2. Understand the basics of prescribing IV fluid therapy from fluid composition to rate of administration.
3. Know how to replete when needed!

Resources:

Check out this helpful Peds in Review article, this 2018 AAP guideline on MIVF, and this more detailed review by PedSAP (a learning tool for pediatric pharmacists worth looking at!).

Log in to Epic and search the "Pediatric Electrolyte Orders Focused" order set to see dosing of electrolyte repletions

Check out the "Fluids and Electrolytes" chapter in Harriet Lane for another great overview.

Lastly, use MedCalc for specific help calculating with various equations.