Fluid calculation tips for dialysis patients following a fluid restriction
Sara Colman, RDN, CDCES
Next, record all the planned fluids for the day’s meal plan. These can be checked off as the fluids are consumed.
After each meal or snack and before bedtime, check off the planned fluids consumed, and record any unplanned fluids consumed.
At the end of the day, total the daily fluid intake and compare it to the daily goal. If exceeded, consider ways to adjust planned fluids the following day.
Fluids may be recorded as a measure of fluid ounces (oz), milliliters (ml) or cubic centimeters (cc). centimeters are equal.
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical
advice or treatment. Consult your physician and dietitian regarding your specific diagnosis, treatment, diet and
health questions.
About the author:
Sara Colman, RDN, CDCES
Sara is a renal dietitian with over 30 years experience working with people with diabetes and kidney disease. She is co-author of the popular kidney cookbook "Cooking for David: A Culinary Dialysis Cookbook". Sara is the Manager of Kidney Care Nutrition for DaVita. She analyzes recipes and creates content, resources and tools for the kidney community. In her spare time Sara loves to spend time with her young grandson, including fun times together in her kitchen.
