The dosage of 50 percent dextrose given intravenously to a hypoglycemic patient is:
A) 5–10 cc.
B) 50–100 cc.
C) 0.25–0.5 mL.
D) 25–50 mL.
Answer: D
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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