Sodium Bicarbonate 💉🩷

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classification

Antacid: electrolyte: systemic alkalizer

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mechanism of action

Sodium bicarb acts as a buffer, neutralizing, excessive hydrogen ions and raising blood pH. This treats, metabolic acidosis and reduces gastric acidity.

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indications for sodium bicarbonate

Metabolic acidosis

Cardiac arrest

Certain drug overdoses

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dosage

Commonly give an IV for

Metabolic acidosis

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Side effects of sodium bicarbonate

Metabolic alkalosis

Hypokalemia

Hypernatremia

tetany

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contradictions

Metabolic or respiratory alkalosis, hypocalcemia, renal impairment

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nursing considerations before administering sodium bicarbonate

Monitor ABG’s and electrolytes

Assess for signs of alkalosis