Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
The nurse is determining the IV fluid needs for the 50-kg client with partial-thickness burns to 40% total body surface area (TBSA). Using the Parkland formula (4 mL X weight in kg X % TBSA burn = 24-hour IV fluid volume replacement; half given in first 8 hours), how many mL of IV fluid are needed during the first 8 hours after injury? mL of IV fluid (Record your answer as a whole number.)
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Use the Parkland formula provided: 4.0 mL at 50 kg = 200 mL; 200 mL ├âÔÇö 40% TBSA burn = 8000 mL. Half of 8000 mL, or 4000 mL, is given in the first 8 hours after the burn.