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Plasma Lyte 148 (Administration (Flush IV line, Prime IV administration…
Plasma Lyte 148
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Precautions
Precaution needs to be when determining the compatibility of additives with Plasma Lyte before commencing an infusion
Plasma Lyte 148 infusion should be cautioned with patients with alkalosis or a risk fo alkalosis, metabolic alkalosis may be result of excess administration of Plasma Lyte
Plasma Lyte 148 administration should be cautioned with hypervolaemic and over hydrated patients. Along with patients that may have conditions that cause sodium retention, fluid overload and oedema
Precaution of administration of Plasma Lyte should be taken in to consideration with patients with severe renal impairment
Reactions/Side effects
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If an adverse reaction does occur, discontinue the infusion immediately
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Therapeutic Indications
Source of water, Electrolyte, Calories, Alkalising agent
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Dosage
Patients weight, age and clinical presentation needs to be taken in to consideration when prescribing a patient Plasma Lyte 148
Dosage, rate and duration of Plasma Lyte 148 administration differ for every patient and depends on the indication of use
Mechanism of Action
Plasma Lyte is a source of water and electrolytes, producing a metabolic alkalinizing effect. Acetate and gluconate ions are metabolized to carbon dioxide and water
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