A Patient Needs an Infusion of a Hypertonic Solution

question 93

Multiple Choice

A patient needs an infusion of a hypertonic solution. Which of the following is an appropriate intravenous solution to administer?

• A) 5% dextrose lactate Ringer's (D5LR)
• B) 1/2 normal saline (0.45% NS)
• C) normal saline (0.9% NS)
• D) Ringer's lactate (RL)

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