Which IV fluid solution is essentially sterile water with sodium chloride (NaCl) added to equal the amount in the human body?
A) D5W
B) One-half normal saline (0.45 percent saline solution)
C) Lactated Ringer's
D) Normal saline (0.9 percent saline solution)
D
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