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A patient admitted with a gastrointestinal bleed and anemia is receiving a blood transfusion. Based upon the patient's hypotensive blood pressure, the nurse anticipates an order for IV fluids from the physician. Which of the following IV solutions may be administered with blood products?
- A. D5 and .45% Normal Saline
- B. Lactated Ringer's
- C. 5% dextrose in water
- D. 0.9% NaCl
Correct Answer: D
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- C. Decrease in serum osmolality
- D. Decrease in thirst
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- A. Calcium levels
- B. Phosphorous levels
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Correct Answer: C
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- A. The system is closed and that is impossible.
- B. Only relatively large volumes of air administered rapidly are dangerous.
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- A. Tremor
- B. Pruritus
- C. Edema
- D. Decreased blood pressure
Correct Answer: A
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