
25. Diuresis & Negative Fluid Balance
Critical Care Time
Optimizing Medication Delivery and Fluid Balance in the ICU
This chapter highlights the transition from IV to enteral medications in the ICU, focusing on the benefits of oral formulations for certain patients. It discusses strategies for managing fluid balance effectively through concentrated medications, preventing volume overload, and the significance of diuresis in patient care. The importance of understanding renal perfusion pressure, central venous pressure monitoring, and utilizing dynamic measures like ultrasound for assessing fluid needs in critical care is emphasized.
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