Introduction to IV Solutions and Molecular Bonds

Main Goal: Comprehend all aspects of IV solutions, including symbols, terms, and units on IV bags.
Electrolytes: Understanding compounds as either electrolytes or non-electrolytes is crucial.
Foundational Chemistry: A strong grasp of ionic versus covalent compounds is a prerequisite for understanding electrolytes.
Calculations: Learn to perform calculations involving numerical values and units found on IV bags, and convert between units.
- Example: Normal saline is 0.9\% Sodium Chloride (NaCl), a common IV solution.
Scenario Application: Learn to prepare an IV solution from a solid compound and purified water, which is central to the case study.

Setting: A volunteer nurse in a clinic globally, possibly in a natural disaster zone or resource-scarce area.
Decision: The nurse must assess a pre-existing