Dextrose 10%

Question 1

Presentation of Dextrose 10%

Answer 1

50g in 500ml infusion soft pack

25g in 250ml infusion soft pack

Question 2

Pharmacology of Dextrose 10%

Answer 2

Slightly hypertonic crytalloid solution

Composition:
Sugar - 10% dextrose
Water

Question 3

Pharmacology of Dextrose 10% (actions)

Answer 3

Provides a source of energy

Supplies body water

Question 4

Metabolism of Dextrose 10%

Answer 4

Dextrose:
Broken down in most tissues
Stored on liver and muscle as glycogen

Water:
Excreted by the kidneys
Distributed throughout total body water, mainly in the ECF compartment

Question 5

Dextrose 10% Indications

Answer 5

Diabetic hypoglycemia (RBG s with an ACS who are unable to self-administer oral glucose

Question 6

Dextrose 10% Contraindications

Answer 6

Nil of significance

Question 7

Dextrose 10% Precautions

Answer 7

Nil of significance

Question 8

Route of Administration of Dextrose 10%

Answer 8

IV infusion

Question 9

Side Effects of Dextrose 10%

Answer 9

Nil of significance

Question 10

Effects of Dextrose 10%

Answer 10

IV
Onset: 3min
Duration: Depends on severity of hypoglycemic episode