Which of the following solutions should the nurse anticipate for
fluid replacement in the male patient?
a) Lactated Ringer’s solution
Replacement fluids may include isotonic electrolyte solutions and blood
component therapy.
b) Type O negative blood
O negative blood is prepared for emergency use in women of
childbearing age.
c) Dextrose 5% in water
Dextrose 5% in water should not be used to replace fluids in
hypovolemic patients.
d) Hypertonic saline
Hypertonic saline is used only to treat severe symptomatic
hyponatremia and should be used only in intensive care units.
fluid replacement in the male patient?
a) Lactated Ringer’s solution
Replacement fluids may include isotonic electrolyte solutions and blood
component therapy.
b) Type O negative blood
O negative blood is prepared for emergency use in women of
childbearing age.
c) Dextrose 5% in water
Dextrose 5% in water should not be used to replace fluids in
hypovolemic patients.
d) Hypertonic saline
Hypertonic saline is used only to treat severe symptomatic
hyponatremia and should be used only in intensive care units.