Which Intravenous (IV)fluid Should the Nurse Prepare When a Patient

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which intravenous (IV) fluid should the nurse prepare when a patient requires a hypertonic solution?

• A) 0.9% normal saline
• B) 2.5% dextrose in water
• C) 0.33% sodium chloride
• D) 5% dextrose in Lactated ringers

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