Maintenance Fluids Calculations

Calculates maintenance fluid requirements by weight.

Weight
Maintenance Fluids mL/hr
1.5 x Maintenance Fluids (Peds) mL/hr
Pediatric Fluid Bolus mL
A pediatric bolus is generally calculated as 20mL/kg.
Calculated Using the "4-2-1" Rule:
  1. For 0-10kg: 4 mL/kg/hr
  2. For 10-20kg: + 2 mL/kg/hr
  3. For >20kg: + 1 mL/kg/hr








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