In fluid replacement following a 20% BSA burn, the fluid requirement for the initial 24-hour period is dependent on which of the following?
Patient's weight
Serum Na
CO level
Acid base status
In burns, the Parkland formula is used to calculate initial fluid management. Fluid requirement =4xweight(kg)x% second and third degree BSA. Half this volume is given over the first 8 hours from time of the burn and the other half over the next 16 hours. After the initial 24-hour period, clinical parameters are used to guide fluid management.
Fluid & Electrolyte