Lactated Ringers

Question 1

Lactated Ringers Class

Answer 1

Isotonic Crystalloid Solution

Question 2

Lactated Ringers Action

Answer 2

replaces water and electrolytes

Question 3

Lactated Ringers Indications

Answer 3

hypovolemic shock; keep open IV, hypoperfusion

Question 4

Lactated Ringers Contraindications

Answer 4

Heart Failure, Renal Failure

Question 5

Lactated Ringers Adult dose - Hypovolemic shock

Answer 5

Tritate according to pts response

Question 6

Lactated Ringers Adult dose - Hypoperfusion

Answer 6

20ml/kg IV given over 5-10 minutes, multiple boluses may be administered if pt remains hypovolemic

Question 7

Lactated Ringers Pedi dose

Answer 7

Neonates: Fluid bolus: 10 mL/kg IV given over 5 to 10minutes; multiple boluses may be administered if the patient remains clinically hypovolemic