Normal Saline

Question 1

Pharmacology and presentation of Sodium Chloride 0.9%?

Answer 1

10ml polyamp, 500ml + 1000ml infusion soft pack

An isotonic crystalloid solution

Question 2

Indicators of Sodium Chloride 0.9%?

Answer 2

• Intravenous fluid for fluid maintenance
• Irrigation of burns/eyes/wounds
• To keep the vein open
• To ensure patency during administration of Glucose 10%
• Cardiac arrest
• Dilution of drugs

Question 3

Contraindications of Sodium Chloride 0.9%?

Answer 3

• Nil

Question 4

Cautions of Sodium Chloride 0.9%?

Answer 4

• Nil

Question 5

Side Effects of Sodium Chloride 0.9%?

Answer 5

• Nil

Question 6

Dosing Regimes of Sodium Chloride 0.9%?

Answer 6

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Question 7

Onset and duration of Sodium Chloride 0.9%?

Answer 7

IV Half-life: approximately 30-60mins