Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1860 of 2368

A client is receiving packed red blood cells through a Y-type administration set. Which IV fluid is compatible for simultaneous infusion?

  1. Lactated Ringer solution
  2. 5% dextrose in water
  3. 0.9% normal saline
  4. Parenteral nutrition solution
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Correct answer: 0.9% normal saline

Only normal saline is compatible with blood products. Lactated Ringer, dextrose and hyperalimentation are not.

Source: Nursing Advanced Skills (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Administer Blood Products: APPLYING THE NURSING PROCESS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026