Paramedic Drug Card: Normal Saline

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What is the generic name for Normal Saline?

  • 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride (correct)
  • Diabetic ketoacidosis
  • Isotonic crystalloid solution
  • Congestive heart failure

What is the trade name for 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride?

Normal Saline

What class does 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride belong to?

Isotonic crystalloid solution

Which of the following are indications for 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride? (Select all that apply)

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What is a contraindication for 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride?

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What precaution should be taken when using 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride?

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What are the side effects of 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride?

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What does the dosage of 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride depend on?

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Generic name for Normal Saline?

  1. 9 Percent Sodium Chloride

Trade name for 0.9% Sodium Chloride?

Normal Saline

Class of 0.9% Sodium Chloride?

Isotonic crystalloid solution

Indications for 0.9% Sodium Chloride?

Heat-related problems

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Contraindication for 0.9% Sodium Chloride?

Congestive heart failure

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Precaution for 0.9% Sodium Chloride?

Depletes electrolytes

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Side effects of 0.9% Sodium Chloride?

Rare

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Dosage of 0.9% Sodium Chloride depends on?

Patient condition

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Study Notes

Sodium Chloride Information

  • 0.9 Percent Sodium Chloride is the generic name for Normal Saline.
  • Normal Saline is the trade name for the same solution.

Solution Classification

  • Classified as an isotonic crystalloid solution, making it compatible with the body's fluid.

Indications for Use

  • Utilized for heat-related issues, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
  • Administered in cases of freshwater drowning.
  • Effective for treating hypovolemia (low blood volume).
  • Used in management of diabetic ketoacidosis.
  • Serves to keep intravenous (IV) lines open.

Contraindications

  • Contraindicated in patients with congestive heart failure due to potential fluid overload.

Precautions

  • Use can lead to depletion of electrolytes, necessitating monitoring of levels during administration.

Side Effects

  • Rare side effects can occur, highlighting the need for careful administration and monitoring.

Dosage Considerations

  • The dosage of Normal Saline is dependent on the patient's specific condition and needs.

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