A Client Has Been Diagnosed with Hypovolemia

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client has been diagnosed with hypovolemia. Which prescriptions for hydration should the nurse question? Select all that apply.

• A)0.9% (normal) saline at 100 mL/hr
• B)Lactated Ringer's solution at 100 mL/hr
• C)D₅₀W at 100 mL/hr
• D)D₅W solution at 100 mL/hr
• E)D₅W with 20 mEq potassium chloride (KCl)

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