About Maintenance Fluids Calculator
Calculate daily maintenance fluid requirements for pediatric and adult patients using the Holliday-Segar method or body surface area calculations. This calculator helps healthcare providers determine appropriate fluid administration rates for patients who cannot maintain adequate oral intake.
Maintenance Fluid Requirements
Clinical Guidelines
- ✓ Monitor urine output (0.5-1.0 mL/kg/hr)
- ✓ Check serum electrolytes regularly
- ✓ Adjust for fever, diarrhea, or vomiting
- ✓ Consider insensible losses (30-50 mL/kg/day)
- ✓ Monitor for signs of fluid overload
- ✓ Reassess fluid needs every 6-8 hours