Saline solution is used for a variety of medical purposes. Saline solution is often used instead of pure water because the body's fluids naturally have some salt in them. Saline solution can be used intravenously to help prevent dehydration and low blood pressure, and it can also be used to wash and clean the body and its orifices. Saline solution is also used to wash the eyes and the nasal cavity.
Step 1
Wash your hands and the pot thoroughly. Use warm water and soap on both your hands and the pot and rinse thoroughly.
Step 2
Measure four cups of water. Pour this into the pan.
Step 3
Add two teaspoons of salt to the water.
Step 4
Cover the pan and boil for 15 minutes.
Step 5
Remove the pan from the heat. Keep the lid on the pan while you let the solution cool to room temperature.
Step 6
Store the saline in a sterile jar.
Things You'll Need
- Measuring Cup
- Water (tap or distilled)
- Pan (with lid)
- Salt (non-iodized)
- Teaspoon
- Sterile Jar (with lid)
