Paediatric Fluid Quiz
Test your calculation skills!
Clinical Scenario:
Disclaimer: This is an educational tool. Clinical decisions should be made by qualified healthcare professionals.
Maintenance Fluid (Holliday-Segar)
Daily Volume Calculation:
- First 10 kg: 100 mL/kg/day
- Next 10 kg (11-20 kg): 1000 mL + 50 mL/kg/day for each kg > 10
- Above 20 kg: 1500 mL + 20 mL/kg/day for each kg > 20
Hourly Rate (4-2-1 Rule):
- First 10 kg: 4 mL/kg/hr
- Next 10 kg (11-20 kg): 40 mL/hr + 2 mL/kg/hr for each kg > 10
- Above 20 kg: 60 mL/hr + 1 mL/kg/hr for each kg > 20
Fluid Deficit
Formula: % Dehydration × Weight (kg) × 10