The guidelines state not to use ideal body weight.
Use the patient's actual weight. Use estimated weight only if
actual weight is not available to determine the volume of crystalloid fluids
the patient should receive. Do not use ideal weight.
Karen Belfi, RN, MSN
Quality Outcomes Coordinator
Lankenau Medical Center
(484)476-8092
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For the 30ml/kg fluid requirement, is anyone using IBW for your obese patients?
I have found conflicting statements on if this will satisfy the requirement. If
you do use IBW, can you send me your reference that supports using it.
Thanks!
Nicole Dyess, PharmD
Antimicrobial Stewardship Team Leader
Conway Regional Health System
2302 College Ave, Conway, AR 72034
(501) 513-5152
(501) 450-2368 Fax
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