You are called for a man who fell and needs assistance getting up. During your assessment, he tells you that he has missed his last two dialysis appointments. Which of the following would be the MOST appropriate treatment for this patient?
A) Start your IV above his shunt.
B) Deliver a fluid bolus of 250 cc.
C) IV of NS at keep open rate.
D) Deliver a fluid challenge of 1000 cc.
Answer: C
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