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Differentiate Between Ringer's Solution and Lactated Ringer's Solution to Determine

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Differentiate between Ringer's solution and Lactated Ringer's solution to determine the true statement related to their use.


A) Ringer's solution is used for fluid replacement and replacement of sodium and potassium. Lactated Ringer's solution is the same as Ringer's solution plus calcium, which provides buffer action in alkalosis.
B) Ringer's solution is used for fluid replacement and replacement of sodium, chloride, calcium, and potassium. Lactated Ringer's solution is the same as Ringer's solution plus lactate, which provides buffer action in acidosis.
C) Ringer's solution is used for fluid replacement and replacement of sodium and calcium. Lactated Ringer's solution is the same as Ringer's solution plus potassium, which provides buffer action in acidosis.
D) None of these are correct.

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