NS vs. LR for EMS providers

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Tue, 08/19/2025 - 10:15
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Ryan Saltalamachia
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NS vs. LR for EMS providers

I have always been a big fan and believer in LR over the use of NS. I am in the process of having discussions with my medical director about switching from NS to LR as our primary IV fluids.

Has anyone had any type of bad interaction with administering LR to a patient or have any other insight on NS vs. LR?

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