Questions and Answers
What is the generic or trade name for 0.9% Sodium Chloride?
What classification does 0.9% Sodium Chloride fall under?
Isotonic crystalloid solution
What is the mechanism of action of 0.9% Sodium Chloride?
Volume replacement, water and electrolytes
The onset of 0.9% Sodium Chloride is ______.
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The half-life of 0.9% Sodium Chloride is ______.
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Which of the following are indications for using 0.9% Sodium Chloride? (Select all that apply)
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What are contraindications for administering 0.9% Sodium Chloride? (Select all that apply)
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What side effect may occur if 0.9% Sodium Chloride is given to a patient with a history of CHF?
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The adult dose for 0.9% Sodium Chloride is ______ until systolic BP >90mmHg.
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For pediatrics over 1 month old, the dose for 0.9% Sodium Chloride is ______.
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For pediatrics under 1 month old, the dose for 0.9% Sodium Chloride is ______.
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Study Notes
0.9% Sodium Chloride Overview
- Generic and trade name for 0.9% Sodium Chloride is Normal Saline.
- Classified as an isotonic crystalloid solution, meaning it has the same osmotic pressure as body fluids.
Mechanism of Action
- Primarily used for volume replacement, it helps to restore water and electrolytes in the body.
Pharmacokinetics
- Onset and peak of action are immediate, allowing for quick therapeutic effects.
- Duration of action varies depending on the patient's condition and renal function.
- Half-life is not applicable (N/A) for this solution.
Indications for Use
- Effective in treating dehydration caused by heat-related emergencies.
- Utilized in conditions such as shock, hypotension (hypoTN), and hypovolemia.
- Important for managing Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA).
- Commonly used to keep veins open (KVO) for intravenous access.
Contraindications
- Should not be used in patients with pulmonary edema, as it may worsen the condition.
- Contraindicated in cases of severe hypertension, where fluid volume can exacerbate blood pressure issues.
Side Effects
- May induce pulmonary edema in patients with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF) if administered.
Dosage Guidelines
- For adults: Administer 200-250 cc IV/IO until systolic blood pressure (sys.BP) is greater than 90 mmHg.
- For pediatric patients over 1 month: Start with 20 cc/kg IV/IO; adjust to 10 cc/kg IV/IO as needed.
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