Parkland Formula for Burns Calculator
Calculate IV fluid resuscitation requirements for burn patients using the Parkland (Baxter) formula.
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Inputs
Parkland formula: 4 mL × kg × %TBSA Lactated Ringer's over 24 hours (½ in first 8 hr)
Fluid resuscitation indicated for TBSA >15–20% in adults; Rule of Nines for estimation
Results
Total Fluid (24 hr)
0.1cup
First 8 Hours
0.05cup
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter patient weight (kg), total body surface area burned (%), and time since injury (hours).
- Review total Lactated Ringer's in 24 hours, first 8-hour volume, and next 16-hour volume.
- Adjust resuscitation based on urine output (target 0.5 mL/kg/hr in adults).
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