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Pediatrics IV

An infant who has severe diarrhea and dehydration is hospitalized and is NPO. Intravenous fluids are ordered. What is the immediate goal of care?

ExplanationRestoration of intravascular volume is the immediate goal. This will prevent life-threatening fluid and electrolyte imbalances. The others are goals but are not immediate.