A client asks the nurse why the IV bag contains glucose. The nurse responds by saying:
1. "Glucose is an energy source for the body.".
2. "Glucose aids in the prevention of dehydration.".
3. "It will help you feel better faster.".
4. "It is easily digested.".
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Rationale: Glucose provides energy for the body and prevents fats and proteins from being used as an energy source. Water prevents dehydration, not glucose. Glucose moves directly into the blood stream where it can be metabolized as an energy source; it does not move to the intestine so it is not digested. The glucose does not in and of itself help one feel better.
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