A Patient Suffers Blood Loss and Is Given IV Fluids

question 128

Multiple Choice

A patient suffers blood loss and is given IV fluids that contain an impermeable carbohydrate called dextran, which serves to ________ leading to an increase in blood volume.

• A) provide nutrition
• B) increase the osmolarity of the blood
• C) increase the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood
• D) decrease the osmolarity of the blood
• E) reduce blood clotting

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