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What is the approximate weight at birth?
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3-3.5 kgs
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What is an approximate weight for a 7 month old?
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The formula for the weight of an infant of 3-12 months old:
[age in months+9]/2 =[7+9]/2 =16/2 =8 kgs |
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What is an approximate weight for a 3 year old?
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The formula for weight estimation for children 1-6 yrs old:
[age in years+4] x 2 =[3+4] x 2=14 kgs |
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What is the fluid of choice for paeds?
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0.45% saline/5% dextrose
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How do you calculate maintenance fluid requirements for paeds?
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Using the 4-2-1 rule
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