Common IV Fluids Flashcards
1
Q
What is normal saline (NS) concentration?
A
0.9% (w/v)
2
Q
What is 1/2 NS concentration?
A
0.45% (w/v)
3
Q
What is 1/4 NS concentration?
A
0.225% (w/v)
4
Q
What is dextrose 5 in water (D5W) concentration?
A
5% (w/v)
5
Q
What is D20W concentration?
A
20% (w/v)
6
Q
What is D5NS concentration?
A
5% dextrose & 0.9% NS
7
Q
What is D51/2NS concentration?
A
5% dextrose & 0.45% NS
