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Parkland Formula Calculation — FRCA Final MCQ

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ModerateTrauma & Emergency AnaesthesiaParkland Formula CalculationFRCA Final

40% TBSA burns, 70 kg, 2h post-injury. Parkland formula: IV fluid in first 8 hours from burn time?

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Correct answer: D — 5,600 mL

Parkland: 4×70×40 = 11,200 mL/24h. Half (5,600 mL) in first 8h FROM BURN TIME. Since 2h elapsed, 5,600 mL in remaining 6h (~933 mL/h). Hartmann's/RL. Titrate to UO 0.5-1 mL/kg/h. Avoid over-resuscitation (ACS, pulmonary oedema).

Reference: BBA – 2023 – Burn care: fluid resuscitation