Why is hypotonic IV fluid like 0.45% NaCl considered risky in patients with intravascular depletion?
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Correct answer: It shifts water into cells, worsening intravascular depletion
Hypotonic solutions like 0.45% NaCl have lower solute concentration than plasma, causing fluid to shift into cells and potentially worsening intravascular depletion.
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