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Fluid Types

QUESTIONS

  1. What is an isotonic solution?
  2. What is a hypotonic solution?
  3. What is a hypertonic solution?
  4. When a hypertonic solution is administered during fluid therapy, why should an isotonic solution also be given?
  5. Which pharmaceutical companies manufacture crystalloids licensed for veterinary use?
  6. What is a crystalloid solution?
  7. List some crystalloid solutions.
  8. What is a colloidal solution?
  9. List common colloidal solutions.
  10. What problems are associated with the use of Dextrans?
  11. What is the fluid of choice for a bitch suffering from pyometra and why?
  12. What is the fluid of choice in cases of diarrhoea and why?
  13. What fluid would be most suitable for a dog with chronic heart failure and why?
  14. What is Mannitol and when would its use be indicated?