A client has a serum sodium level of 129 mEq/L. The nurse should prepare to administer which of the following intravenous solutions?
1. Dextrose 5% and Lactated Ringer
2. Dextrose 5% and 0.45% Normal Saline
3. 0.9% Normal Saline
4. Dextrose 5% and 0.9% Normal Saline
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Normal saline (0.9%) is commonly provided to restore extracellular fluid volume and increase sodium levels. Dextrose 5% and Lactated Ringers, Dextrose 5% and 0.45% Normal Saline, and Dextrose 5% and 0.9% Normal Saline are hypertonic solutions, and they will move water from the cells into the bloodstream.
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