The ideal amount of intravenous (IV) fluids to give septic patients is still controversial
despite extensive research into the topic. Currently, it is generally accepted that
initially these patients benefit from a 30 mL/kg bolus, however guidelines regarding
further fluid resuscitation are less elucidated. Furthermore, there has been some
research to suggest too much IV fluid resuscitation could worsen outcomes.
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