Hypertonic

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

  High concentration of solute
• What happens to cells when fluid moves into the intravascular space?

  Cells shrink
• What is a primary use of hypertonic solutions?

  Expand fluid volume in extracellular space
• How can hypertonic solutions be used to treat hyponatremia?

  By drawing fluid out of cells
• What is the composition of 3% Saline?

  Water + Sodium
• What does D5 in 9 stand for?

  Dextrose 5% in 0.9% Normal Saline
• What is the composition of Dextrose 5% in 0.9% Normal Saline?

  Water + Sodium + Sugar
• What is the composition of Dextrose 5% (D5W) in 0.45% Normal Saline?

  Water + Sodium + Sugar
• What should be monitored when using hypertonic solutions?

  Fluid volume overload and hypernatremia