Hypovolemia & Hypervolemia tx

Hypovolemia:

• Oral rehydration, 1500mL/day
• Carbohydrate/electrolyte solution such as sports drink, gingerale, pedialyte
• IV theraphy
• Isotonic solutions are used to expand plasma volume preferably LR
• 0.45% w/ or w/out added electrolytes for maintenance

Hypervolemia:

• Diuretics = loop, thiazide-type, potassium sparing i.e lasix, HCTZ, aldactone
• Restrict fluid intake
• Restrict sodium intake
• Too much water retention can lead to cerebral edema or pulmonary edema.