Rev. Soc. Bras. Enferm. Ped.2017;17(2):64-9.
Osmolality of glycosis and electrolyte solution used intravenously in newborns
DOI: 10.31508/1676-3793201700008
Abstract
Objective:
To verify the osmolality of glucose and electrolyte solution administered intravenously in newborns.
Methods:
Experimental study in which the measurement of osmolality occurred after the preparation of glucose, sodium chloride and potassium chloride according to clinical practice performed in neonates. The experiments were performed under controlled conditions, and the laboratory temperature was maintained at 20.16ºC (± 0.98) on average. Control of osmolality was performed using the PZL-1000® osmometer, PZL Tecnologia; values were expressed in mOsm/kg.
Results:
The osmolality of the solution was 1286 (± 317.42) mOsm/kg, ranging from 1086 to 1652 mOsm/kg.
Conclusion:
The osmolality values found characterize the solution as hypertonic and as a risk factor for complications of intravenous therapy.
Keywords: Infusions, intravenous; Pediatric nursing