Mr Calcu | Quickly calculate precise fluid needs to safely restore hydration and stabilize pediatric patients in critical care.

Calculate and manage pediatric fluid resuscitation effectively. Empower healthcare providers with precise tools to save children’s lives from dehydration.

Pediatric Fluid Resuscitation Calculator Description

Pediatric Fluid Resuscitation: A Critical Care Tool

Pediatric fluid resuscitation is an essential intervention in the management of dehydration in children, particularly in emergency and critical care settings. Dehydration may stem from causes such as gastroenteritis, fever, burns, or diabetic ketoacidosis. Prompt and precise fluid replacement can significantly impact outcomes, reducing the risk of hypovolemic shock and organ dysfunction.

Calculating Fluid Deficit

The Pediatric Fluid Resuscitation Calculator determines the fluid deficit based on the child’s weight and the severity of dehydration. The commonly used clinical guideline for estimating fluid deficit is:

Fluid Deficit (mL) = Body Weight (kg) × Dehydration Severity (%) × 10

Where Dehydration Severity is estimated as:

• Mild: 5%
• Moderate: 7.5%
• Severe: 10%

Example calculation:

12 kg × 0.075 × 1000 = 900 mL

This deficit should typically be replaced over 4–24 hours, depending on the clinical scenario and presence of comorbidities. An initial bolus of 20 mL/kg isotonic fluid (e.g., 0.9% saline) may be given rapidly for shock, followed by reassessment.

Advanced Considerations

• Maintenance fluids: Calculate separately using the Holliday-Segar formula after deficit replacement.
• Ongoing losses: Replace ongoing vomiting, diarrhea, or drains concurrently.
• Electrolyte monitoring: Adjust fluid composition based on labs and patient response.

Act now to ensure accurate fluid resuscitation and improve pediatric patient outcomes—use this calculator with confidence and save lives.