A patient is admitted with hypovolemia resulting from lack of fluid intake and requires an infusion of isotonic fluids.Which IV solution will the nurse administer? A) D₅0.2 NS B) D₅W C) 0.45 NS D) 0.9 NS

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The patient needs an isotonic solution to treat hypovolemia resulting from lack of fluid intake. 0.9% normal saline (0.9 NS) is an isotonic solution and the best choice for this patient.

A Patient Is Admitted with Hypovolemia Resulting from Lack of Fluid