A Patient Is to Receive 1000 ML Intravenously of Dextrose

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient is to receive 1000 mL intravenously of dextrose 5% in lactated Ringer's solution in 8 hours.When the nurse checks the intravenous (IV) bag after 2 hours,700 mL remain in the bag.How many milliliters have already infused?

• A) 100
• B) 300
• C) 700
• D) 1000

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