physiologic saline solution

physiologic

 [fiz″e-o-loj´ik]

pertaining to physiology; normal; not pathologic.

physiologic saline solution (physiologic salt solution) (physiologic sodium chloride solution) a 0.9 per cent solution of sodium chloride and water; it is isotonic, i.e., of the same osmotic pressure as blood serum. It is sometimes given intravenously to replace lost sodium and chloride. Excessive quantities may cause edema, elevated blood sodium levels, and loss of potassium from the tissue fluid. Called also normal saline or normal salt solution.

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physiologic saline solution

FluidCare solution, Normal saline A salt solution in water with electrolytic properties similar to those of a body fluid

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