Weigh Pros and Cons of Balanced IV Fluids in the ICU

May 2025

Continuing IV fluid shortages are highlighting questions about best fluid choices for resuscitating critically ill patients.

Help unravel differences between common isotonic crystalloids...normal saline (NS), lactated Ringer’s (LR), etc...in the ICU.

Differentiate crystalloid options. For instance, too much chloride from NS can cause acidosis...renal vasoconstriction...and kidney injury.

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