Your paramedic partner states that he needs to start an IV solution of "sugar water" on a diabetic patient. You would assist her by obtaining what solution?

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5% dextrose in water (D5W) is a solution containing 5% dextrose (sugar) in water and is commonly used to treat hypoglycemia in diabetic patients. It provides a source of glucose for the body and helps to increase blood sugar levels. Normal saline (0.9% sodium chloride) and lactated ringers are solutions used to replace fluids and electrolytes, but would not be appropriate for treating hypoglycemia. Sodium chloride solution is another name for normal saline and would also not be appropriate for treating hypoglycemia.

Your Paramedic Partner States That He Needs to Start an IV