Which fluid should be administered slowly to prevent circulatory overload?
A) 0.9% NaCl
B) 0.45% NaCl
C) Dextrose 5%
D) 5% NaCl
Ans: D
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When a hypertonic solution is infused, it raises serum osmolarity, pulling fluid from the cells and the interstitial tissues into the vascular space. Examples of hypertonic solutions include 3% NaCl and 5% NaCl.
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