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Pediatric Fluid Resuscitation

RESUSCITATIONIV Fluid Bolus Calculation

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Use 0.9% NaCl or Hartmann's (Ringer's Lactate). Reassess after each bolus.

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Last Review: 2026

Dosing Guide

Septic Shock / Severe Dehydration
Initial Bolus:10–20 mL/kg 0.9% NaCl (or Hartmann's) IV over 5–15 minutes.
Reassess:Reassess after each bolus. Give up to 40–60 mL/kg total in first hour if needed.
Trauma / Blood Loss
Bolus:10 mL/kg 0.9% NaCl then consider pRBC 10 mL/kg if ongoing haemorrhage.
DKA — Special Case
Warning:Do NOT use aggressive fluid boluses in DKA. Risk of cerebral oedema. Maximum 10–20 mL/kg over 60 min for shock only.

Last Comprehensive Review: 2026

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