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Pediatrics
Pediatric Fluid Maintenance Calculator
Calculates a child's daily maintenance fluid requirement using the Holliday-Segar method based on body weight. Commonly used by nurses and physicians when prescribing IV fluids or assessing baseline hydration needs.
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Pediatrics
Pediatric Fluid Replacement Calculator
Estimates the hourly oral or IV fluid replacement rate for a dehydrated child based on weight, dehydration severity, ongoing losses, and the desired replacement timeframe. Use it when managing gastroenteritis or other causes of childhood dehydration.
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Key differences
| Pediatric Fluid Maintenance Calculator | Pediatric Fluid Replacement Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Pediatrics | Pediatrics |
| Inputs required | 1 | 4 |
| Result | Daily Fluid Requirement (ml/day) | Hourly Fluid Rate (ml/hr) |
| What it does | Calculates a child's daily maintenance fluid requirement using the Holliday-Segar method based on body weight. Commonly used by nurses and physicians when prescribing IV fluids or assessing baseline hydration needs. | Estimates the hourly oral or IV fluid replacement rate for a dehydrated child based on weight, dehydration severity, ongoing losses, and the desired replacement timeframe. Use it when managing gastroenteritis or other causes of childhood dehydration. |