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General Slang
NS
EN-ESS · noun · informal
Normal saline; 0.9% sodium chloride IV fluid.
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An isotonic salt-water solution used for IV fluid replacement and to keep venous lines open.
“Bolus a liter of NS and recheck the blood pressure.”
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NS In A Sentence
Bolus a liter of NS and recheck the blood pressure.
Origin & Usage
Abbreviation of 'normal saline.'
People Also Ask
What does NS mean in an IV order?
It means normal saline, a 0.9% sodium chloride solution used for IV fluid replacement and to keep lines open.
What does NS stand for?
It is short for normal saline.
Why is normal saline used?
Because it is isotonic and closely matches the body's salt concentration, it is a standard fluid for volume replacement, resuscitation, and diluting medications.
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