title: For infants requiring fluid restriction consider
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  For infants requiring fluid restriction consider
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  bet | 394/654 | Sana | 03.01.2022 | Hajmi | 1,5 Mb. | | #14803 |
  For infants requiring fluid restriction consider:
  VERY HIGH CONCENTRATION continuous IV infusion
  Infusion dose
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  Prescribed amount
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  1 mL/hour = 0.4 microgram/kg/minute
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  1,200 microgram/kg noradrenaline base and make up to 50 mL
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  Draw up 1,200 microgram/kg (1.2 mL/kg) with 5% glucose or sodium chloride 0.9%6 to make a 50 mL solution [i.e., 24 micrograms/kg/mL]. Infusing at a rate of 1 mL / hour = 0.4 microgram/kg/minute.
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  Administration
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  Noradrenaline should be given via a central venous catheter (UVC or PICC) using a continuous infusion.
  Infuse through a dedicated line where possible.
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  Monitoring
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  Continuous heart rate, ECG and blood pressure.
  Assess urine output and peripheral perfusion frequently.
  Observe IV site closely for blanching and extravasation.
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