Maintenance Rate Table
Weight Range Required Daily Fluid
0-1 kg 100 mL per kg
10-20 kg 1000 mL + 50 mL per kg above 10 kg
20-70 kg 1500 mL + 20 mL per kg above 20 kg
Over 70 kg 2500 mL (adult requirement)
A child is to receive IV fluids at maintenance rate. The child weighs 60 lb.
a. What is the child's weight in kilograms? _____________
b. Calculate the 24-hour fluid requirements for this patient. ____________
c. How many milliliters per hour are needed to deliver the maintenance fluids? _______________
Question 2
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