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Title: The nurse is reviewing the tonicity of the different intravenous fluids on the medical-surgical unit ... Post by: minsylvia on Jan 24, 2018 The nurse is reviewing the tonicity of the different intravenous fluids on the medical-surgical unit in preparation for an in-service presentation.
Which fluids are considered to be isotonic and appropriate in the treatment of fluid loss due to a surgical procedure? 1. 5 dextrose in lactated ringers 2. 0.9 sodium chloride (NS) 3. 0.45 sodium chloride 4. Lactated Ringers 5. 5 dextrose in water Title: The nurse is reviewing the tonicity of the different intravenous fluids on the medical-surgical unit ... Post by: sofpof on Jan 24, 2018 Correct Answer: 2,4,5
Rationale: This is a hypertonic solution and is not appropriate for the treatment of fluid loss due to a surgical procedure. |