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Which of the following is a characteristic of normal saline solution?
Which of the following is a characteristic of normal saline solution?
- It is distributed quickly between interstitial and intracellular compartments (correct)
- It does not contain proteins
- It is effective in treating peripheral edema
- It worsens acidosis or alkalosis with prolonged infusions
What adverse effect can prolonged infusions of normal saline solution lead to?
What adverse effect can prolonged infusions of normal saline solution lead to?
- Pulmonary edema (correct)
- Alkalosis
- Acidosis
- Peripheral edema
What is the sodium chloride concentration in normal saline solution?
What is the sodium chloride concentration in normal saline solution?
- 1.0%
- 1.5%
- 0.5%
- 0.9% (correct)
Which compartment does normal saline solution distribute quickly between?
Which compartment does normal saline solution distribute quickly between?
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What adverse effect can prolonged infusions of normal saline solution lead to?
What adverse effect can prolonged infusions of normal saline solution lead to?
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What is the role of normal saline solution in osmotic pressure maintenance?
What is the role of normal saline solution in osmotic pressure maintenance?
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