saline solution
[/səˈlaɪn səˈluːʃən/]
nounpl: saline solutions
solução salina
1. A sterile solution of salt (sodium chloride) and water, used in medical and laboratory applications for cleaning, irrigation, or injection into the body
The nurse applied saline solution to clean the wound before bandaging it.
A enfermeira aplicou solução salina para limpar a ferida antes de enfaixá-la.
2. A liquid preparation containing sodium chloride at a concentration isotonic with body fluids, used especially in intravenous therapy or contact lens care
Contact lens wearers use saline solution to rinse and store their lenses overnight.
Os usuários de lentes de contato usam solução salina para enxaguar e armazenar suas lentes durante a noite.
Saline solution is a ubiquitous medical product in both Brazilian and American healthcare systems. In Brazil, it's commonly referred to as 'solução salina' in professional medical settings, while 'soro fisiológico' is also used colloquially. In the USA, it's widely available over-the-counter for contact lens care and nasal irrigation, reflecting its accessibility and common usage in personal health maintenance.
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