A Nurse Administers Hypodermoclysis (HDC) to an Older Nursing Home

A nurse administers hypodermoclysis (HDC) to an older nursing home resident. The purpose of hypodermoclysis is:

A) to rehydrate an individual with severe dehydration.
B) to quickly administer 4-5 L of fluid within a 24-hour period.
C) to rehydrate an individual with mild to moderate dehydration.
D) as a supplement to IV hydration to expedite rehydration.

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