Which of the Following Solutions Is Appropriate for the Patient

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following solutions is appropriate for the patient needing vascular volume replacement in the prehospital setting?

• A) 0.9 percent sodium chloride solution
• B) Dextran 40
• C) 5 percent dextrose in water
• D) 0.45 percent sodium chloride and 5 percent dextrose in water

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