A Patient Diagnosed with Hypovolemic Shock Is Prescribed Intravenous Fluids

question 38

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with hypovolemic shock is prescribed intravenous fluids while awaiting blood transfusions. Which solution does the nurse recognize would be best for this patient?

• A) Ringer's lactate
• B) Dextrose 5% and water
• C) Dextrose 5% and 0.45% normal saline
• D) Dextrose 5% and 0.9% normal saline

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