Which statement is false about the fluid deficit in HHNS?

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if not shocked then 0.45% saline should be given

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it is usually 5L

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fluid replacement should always precede insulin therapy in the non shocked pt

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fluid replacement should be done over a longer period of time than in DKA

TuteeHUB · Answer

normal saline should be given to the shocked patient

1.	Which statement is false about the fluid deficit in HHNS?
A.	it is usually 5L
B.	if not shocked then 0.45% saline should be given
C.	fluid replacement should always precede insulin therapy in the non shocked pt
D.	fluid replacement should be done over a longer period of time than in DKA
E.	normal saline should be given to the shocked patient
Answer» B. if not shocked then 0.45% saline should be given

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