What is the main purpose of an IV maintenance fluid prescription?
Correct answer: A. To replace routine daily fluid losses
- A. To replace routine daily fluid losses
- B. To rapidly correct severe shock
- C. To increase the patient's haemoglobin
- D. To provide immediate treatment for hyperkalaemia
Explanation
Maintenance fluids replace expected daily water and electrolyte losses when oral intake is inadequate. They are not intended for rapid circulatory resuscitation, haemoglobin replacement, or direct treatment of hyperkalaemia.
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IV therapy covers crystalloid and colloid fluids, electrolyte replacement, maintenance and resuscitation fluids, infusion equipment and complications such as infiltration, phlebitis, fluid overload and electrolyte imbalance. Blood transfusion content includes compatibility, cross matching, administration precautions and recognition of haemolytic, febrile and allergic reactions, distinct from ordinary IV fluid reactions.
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