Maintenance Fluids Calculations
Calculates maintenance fluid requirements by weight.
INSTRUCTIONS
While originally derived in pediatric patients, this calculator is applicable to any age. Consider using ideal body weight in obese patients. If not calculating based on ideal body weight, use clinical judgment for dosing. A 1-liter bolus may be appropriate for most patients, such as overweight adolescents and adults.
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Why Use
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