The educator is discussing intravenous solutions with a nurse. Which should the educator include when discussing crystalloid isotonic solutions?

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Lactated Ringer's is a crystalloid isotonic solution commonly used for intravenous therapy. Answer B, 5% albumin, is a colloid solution and not a crystalloid isotonic solution. Answers C and D, Dextran 70 in normal saline and Hetastarch 6% in normal saline, are both colloid solutions and not crystalloid isotonic solutions.

The Educator Is Discussing Intravenous Solutions with a Nurse