NCLEX-RN
Endocrine RN NCLEX Questions Questions
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The nurse is caring for a client experiencing an adrenal crisis (Addisonian crisis). The nurse should be prepared to administer which intravenous fluid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 0.9% saline is used in adrenal crisis to correct hypotension and hyponatremia caused by cortisol and aldosterone deficiency. D5W or D5LR may be used later, but saline is the priority for fluid resuscitation.
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