A newborn presents in emergency in a state of shock. Which is the ideal fluid to be given to the newborn?: (A) Normal saline, (B) Dextrose 5%, (C) Ringer lactate, (D) Dextrose 25%
Answer is A. a. Normal saline(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 846)For a newborn in shock, supportive treatment with type O Rh-negative blood or normal saline is indicated for hemorrhage or hypovolemia, respectively.