A patient's order for IV fluid states that D5 NS with 20 KCL is to be infused. Which of the following IV fluids should be given to the patient?
A. 0.9% Sodium Chloride
B. 5% Dextrose and 0.45% Sodium Chloride with 20 mEq of KCL/L
C. 5% Dextrose with 0.225% Sodium Chloride with 20 mEq KCL/L
D. 5% Dextrose
B
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