Fluid Therapy

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Chapter 7 Fluid Therapy

9 Describe the composition of normal saline and lactated Ringer’s solution. Which should be used for acute resuscitation?

Table 7-2 summarizes the composition of normal saline and lactated Ringer’s solution. Lactated Ringer’s solution is preferable for acute volume replacement because normal saline solution can result in hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis.