Polytrauma patient came to EMS, dose
of crystalloid given should be
a) 500 ml RL bolus then regulated by indicators
b) 2000 ml bolus
c) 1000 ml bolus then regulated by clinical indicators
d) 250 ml bolus
Correct Answer - C
Answer- C. 1000 ml bolus then regulated by clinical indicators
Fluid resuscitation begins with 1000 ml bolus of RL for adult and 20
ml/kg for a child. Response to therapy is monitored by clinical
indicators as blood pressure, skin perfusion, urinary output and
mental status.