Crystalloids

23/02/2023 20 min Episodio 8
Crystalloids

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Episode Synopsis

The following episode considers the role crystalloids play in critical care. The episode considers how the mechanism of action differers from that of colloids. Considerations are given to understanding how tonicity and osmolality can influence the effect of crystalloid solutions in the body. Specific attention is given to saline solutions with the next episode covering lactated ringers.