A physician prescribes a hypertonic intravenous line for an extremely edematous patient.What solution should the nurse anticipate to be prescribed?

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A hypertonic solution is one that has a higher concentration of solutes than the normal concentration in the body, causing fluid to move from areas of lower concentration to higher concentration, hence reducing edema. 10% glucose in water (D) is a hypertonic solution commonly prescribed for edematous patients. Choices A, B, and C are isotonic or hypotonic solutions, which would not effectively reduce edema.

A Physician Prescribes a Hypertonic Intravenous Line for an Extremely