sodium bicarbonate (IV) HIGH ALERT
Alkalinizing agentWhat it's for
Severe acidosis, certain overdoses, hyperkalemia
Nursing considerations
- Compatible with almost nothing — flush well or use a dedicated line
- Watch the sodium load in HF/renal patients
- ABG follow-up tells you if it worked
Key side effects
📈 Watch
ABG, Na, volume status
Source: Generic names only, per NCSBN convention. Primary sources: Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 11th ed.; Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses. Educational reference — verify every medication decision against your facility's formulary, pharmacy, and the prescriber. Doses shown are typical adult references, not recommendations.Reference only — verify against your facility's policy.
