Estimate the initial 24-hour burn-fluid volume under the classic Parkland rule.
Parkland Formula Calculator
Results
Total amount/8h
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IV flow
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Total amount/16h
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IV flow
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Total fluids
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Table of Contents
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What is Parkland Formula ?
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How to Use This Calculator
- Enter or select Weight, Burn percentage(%).
- Check the unit beside each measurement. For a percentage or rate, use the scale and time period stated in the form.
- Choose Calculate, then compare the output with the formula and example below. If you change a value or option, calculate again to update the result.
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Formula Used
Volume(mL) = 4 × weight(kg) × percent burned body surface area.
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Variables Explained
| Input | What it means |
|---|---|
| Weight | Measured mass in the chosen unit; pounds and kilograms are not numerically interchangeable. |
| Burn percentage(%) | Use the observed finding or laboratory value for this criterion, following the definition shown in the form. |
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Worked Example
At 70 kg and 20% qualifying burns, the classic estimate is 5,600 mL over 24 hours.
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Why Use This Calculator?
Use the calculation to make the method and its inputs easier to check with a healthcare professional. Its meaning depends on the clinical setting and on whether the underlying method is appropriate for that person.
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Common Mistakes
- This is a historical starting formula; burn depth, time since injury and response-guided specialist protocols affect actual care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this result a diagnosis or treatment instruction?
No. It describes a calculation or score from the supplied information. A qualified clinician must check the measurements, the method’s applicability and the wider clinical picture.
Can I enter the units from any lab report?
Use the units specified in the form and select a conversion only where the page provides one. Different substances need different conversion factors; a mismatch can produce a plausible but incorrect result.
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