Sodium Chloride 0.9% Solution (Normal Saline / NS)

Question 1

Class / Action

Answer 1

Isotonic Crystalloid Solution / Replaces extracellular fluid by remaining in the vascular space

Question 2

Indications

Answer 2

1. Use for mixing/dilution of medications
2. Fluid Resuscitation
3. To Keep Vein Open (TKO/KVO)

Question 3

Contraindications

Answer 3

None

Question 4

Precautions

Answer 4

1. Hypersensitive patients
2. Fluid overloaded patients
3. Use volume control device with Pediatric patients

Question 5

Dosages / Administration

Answer 5

1. ADULTS: Route and indication dependent

2. PEDS: 20mL/kg, Repeat PRN; May give up to 3 Rapid Infusions if inadequate perfusion

Question 6

Adverse Reactions

Answer 6

Fluid Overload