Crystalloids

Question 1

Saline solutions:

Answer 1

NS
0.9% NaCk
Sodium chloride
5% saline

Used for alkalosis, fluid loss, sodium depletion

Question 2

Dextrose solutions:

Answer 2

D5W

Used for dehydration prevention, calorie replacement, water balance maintenance

Question 3

Multielecteolyte solutions:

Answer 3

LR
Lactated Ringers
Ringers Lactate

Used for replacement of fluid loss from vomiting or GI suctioning, dehydration