Hypotonic IV Fluid

• What is the concentration of solute in hypotonic solutions compared to body fluids?


  Low concentration of solute
• What happens to a cell in a hypotonic solution?

  Fluid moves into the cell, cell expands
• What is a primary use of hypotonic solutions?

  Expand intracellular volume
• How do hypotonic solutions help in treating hypernatremia?

  They dilute excess sodium in the body
• What is the composition of 0.45% Normal Saline?

  Water and Sodium
• What happens to Dextrose 5% in water when administered in the body?

  It becomes a hypotonic solution
• What should be monitored when administering hypotonic solutions?

  Mental status changes and hyponatremia
• Why is it important to monitor for mental status changes when using hypotonic solutions?

  They can cause brain swelling
• What is hyponatremia?

  Low sodium levels in the blood
• What is the risk associated with administering hypotonic solutions?

  Risk of brain swelling