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Normal Saline is generally ONLY given as fluid replacement when under the care of a physician in a hospital or E.R. In normally healthy persons, there is absolutely NO reason to drink "normal saline". The drinks and foods we consume each contain enough saline, electrolytes, and other needed nutrition that the body needs for daily requirements. Therefore, it is 100% UNnecessary to take anything labeled "normal saline."
MOST importantly, drinking Normal Saline can make a healthy person very, very ill. It can disrupt the body's normal homeostasis-- that is, the body's natural balance. Certain hormones and electrolytes operate on an inverse system, meaning, if one drops a little low, the 2nd one increases. These 'pairs' help keep both balanced for a body's needs. One 'pair' operating on an inverse system is the relationship between Sodium (Na chemically) and Potassium (K+). Both of these are important for heart function, but if Potassium is knocked out of balance, it can affect the way your heart heats-- its conductivity. So if you drink more sodium than you need, it shoots the potassium down very low. Some of these imbalances can cause the heart to flutter, to beat harder but slower, and can even stop the heart because the heart muscle can't pump effectively.
So, unless directed by a physician to drink Normal Saline, please don't do it.
One common occurence is that a dentist recommends rinsing the mouth with "salt water". In true normal saline, there is a percise balance between Sodium and water. But in "salt water", the salt mixture may be too high or too low to qualify as being "normal" saline. Drinking mixes with high salt content CAN disrupt the body's normal balance of electrolytes, so if your dentist suggests swishing with "salt water", follow these tips:
- Use a pinch of salt to 1 full glass of water, at least 4 ounces
- Swish, don't swallow
- Spit out after swishing, don't swallow
- Give the salt mixture 30 to 45 minutes to do its intended job, which is to help healing after extraction; help the healing of inflammed gums; help remove food debris without brushing over an open gum; etc.
- Within 1 hour, drink a glass of plain water to help your body normalize the extra salt
Once again, never drink "Normal Saline" unless directed to by your physician. Only use "salt water" if you've discussed it with your dentist.
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Can you run medications with packed red blood cells?
nothing but normal saline can be run with any blood products
Why only normal saline be used in blood transfusion?
Normal saline is used in blood transfusions because it is compatible with all blood types, it does not contain any additives that could interact with the blood or affect its effectiveness, and it helps prevent clotting during the transfusion process. Additionally, using normal saline avoids potential adverse reactions that could occur with other types of fluids.
Can you give a 0.25 percent NORMAL saline solution?
A 0.25% normal saline solution would consist of 0.25 grams of sodium chloride per 100 milliliters of water. This solution is less concentrated than typical normal saline (0.9% sodium chloride) and is sometimes used in specific medical situations where a lower salt concentration is desired.
Are normal saline solution and sterile water solution the same?
No, normal saline solution contains salt (sodium chloride) dissolved in water, while sterile water solution is pure water without any added salts or other substances. Normal saline is commonly used for medical purposes such as IV fluids or wound cleansing, while sterile water may be used for specific procedures where electrolytes are not needed.
Why does not use normal saline for irrigation during the surgery for cancer cases?
Normal Saline can promote the metastasis of the cancer. Ask others for more detailed explanation :)
Why to use RBC diluting fluid for counting?
You can use any isotonic solution like Normal Saline Solution (NSS), Hayem's and Gower's.
How does wine benefit the human body?
The primary health benefit of drinking wine or any other alcoholic beverage in moderation is that it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases by about 40%.
What is IV made of?
IV just stands for IntraVenous, so almost any fluid can be given that way, but the standard solution that is given is saline to which you can add whatever additive you need. Typical saline solution just contains sterile water and sodium chloride (salt). The concentration of the salt can vary depending on what it is needed for. Two of the more common concentrations are 0.9% (normal saline) which is isotonic to blood, and 0.45% (also called 1/2 normal saline), which is hypotonic to blood. Another common additive to saline is dextrose, which like saline comes in carrying concentrations. There are also some specialty IV solutions such as Ringers Lactate and Acitated Ringers, that are used in certain circumstances.
Is 0.2 NaCl solution istonic?
Not exactly. Normal saline, which is isotonic, is 0.154M. However, if you used any values with only one significant figure in your calculations, you would have to round it to 0.2.
What is an example of a hypotonic solution?
A hypotonic solution has less than normal tension: hypo = less, and tonic = tonicity, the concentration of solute. Examples of hypotonic solutions: (1) Sports drinks that contain salts / electrolytes (2) physiologically: a. 0.45% NaCl (half-normal saline solution); since normal saline is 0.9% NaCl, any solution less than 9% is hypotonic b. dextrose 2.5% in water c. dextrose 2% in water
What effect did administration of saline injections have on the control rat?
Administration of saline injections had no pharmacological effect on the control rat since saline does not contain any active drug. The control rat would not experience any physiological changes or behavioral effects from receiving saline injections.
How long is the shelf life of normal saline solution stored in an IV warmer?
The shelf life of normal saline solution stored in an IV warmer is typically around 24 hours. It is important to monitor the temperature and expiry date of the solution to ensure its safety and effectiveness for patient use. After 24 hours, it is recommended to replace the solution to prevent any risks of contamination or reduced efficacy.
