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A. increasing the blood pressure to 120 mm Hg.
B. elevating the lower extremities 12 to 15 inches.
C. fluids by mouth if the patient is not nauseated.
D. 20 mL/kg IV fluid boluses to maintain perfusion.
Answer: D. 20 mL/kg IV fluid boluses to maintain perfusion.
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