Albumin or Bicarbonate for Babies
The NICUDoc · 2 Feb 2022 · 13 min
Summary
A neonatologist explains the use of normal saline, albumin and sodium bicarbonate during neonatal resuscitation and NICU emergencies, covering colloid pressure, acid-base buffers and the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation. It finishes with the benefits and dangers of giving sodium bicarbonate to babies, particularly preterm infants.
Third-party teaching is shown for education. Check it against your unit's guidance.