Administer cautiously to patients w/ decompensated CV, cirrhotic, nephrotic disease & hypoproteinemia. Hypokalemia may result from excessive administration of K-free soln. Clinical evaluation & periodic lab determinations are necessary to monitor changes in fluid balance, electrolyte conc during prolonged parenteral therapy. Excessive amounts of NaCl may cause hypernatremia resulting in dehydration of visceral organs, hypokalemia & acidosis.