How Do You Calculate IV Fluids?
How Do You Calculate IV Fluids? 100 ml/kg/24-hours = 4 ml/kg/hr for the 1st 10 kg. 50 ml/kg/24-hours = 2 ml/kg/hr for the 2nd 10 kg. 20 ml/kg/24-hours = 1 ml/kg/hr for the remainder. How much IV fluid is given for dehydration? The fluid deficit in severe dehydration equals about 10% of body weight (i.e.,