The nurse will read the label to determine the contents of any solution before using it for rehydration because solutions must contain which of the following substances in order for the intestines to absorb sodium chloride?
a. carbohydrate c. phosphate
b. glucose d. aluminum
B
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A Incorrect: Rehydration solutions do not need to contain carbohydrates in order for the intestines to absorb sodium chloride.
B Correct: The nurse will read the label to determine the contents of any solution before using it for rehydration because solutions must contain glucose in order for the intestines to absorb sodium chloride.
C Incorrect: Rehydration solutions do not need to contain phosphate in order for the intestines to absorb sodium chloride.
D Incorrect: Rehydration solutions do not need to contain aluminum in order for the intestines to absorb sodium chloride.
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