Hemodynamic Support and IV Fluids: Mitigation Strategies for Scarce Resources

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This document provides detailed strategies for managing hemodynamic support and IV fluids in times of scarce resources, specifically focusing on different capacity levels - Conventional, Contingency, and Crisis. It outlines recommendations for equipment, supplies, training, IV fluid conservation, and emphasizes the importance of oral rehydration over IV hydration whenever possible. The text also covers guidelines for pediatric hydration, substitute options for critical medications, and techniques like Intraosseous and Hypodermoclysis for fluid administration. Overall, this comprehensive guide offers valuable insights into optimizing care under challenging circumstances and enhancing resource management in healthcare settings.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Keywords: Critical Care; Fluid Therapy; Hemodynamics; Rehydration Solutions; Resource Allocation; Renal Replacement Therapy; Hemodynamic Monitoring; Resource-Limited Settings

Institutions: Washington State Department of Health; Northwest Healthcare Response Network

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