When administering intravenous (IV)fluids,the nurse ensures that the IV fluids are infusing as ordered to prevent dehydration in an adult.Dehydration can become lethal if the patient loses:
A) 5% of body fluid.
B) 10% of body fluid.
C) 15% of body fluid.
D) 20% of body fluid.

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A loss of 20% of body fluid in an adult is fatal.

When Administering Intravenous (IV)fluids,the Nurse Ensures That the IV Fluids