Question 7.sp.4: A saline solution used in intravenous drips for patients who...

A saline solution used in intravenous drips for patients who cannot take oral fl uids contains 0.92% (w/v) NaCl in water. How many grams of NaCl are contained in 250 mL of this solution?

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[1] Identify the known quantities and the desired quantity.

0.92% (w/v) NaCl solution
250 mL                                     ? g NaCl
known quantities                               desired quantity

[2] Write out the conversion factors.
• Set up conversion factors that relate grams of NaCl to the volume of the solution using the weight/volume percent concentration.

[3] Solve the problem.
• Multiply the original quantity by the conversion factor to obtain the desired quantity.

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