NCLEX Question for colloids

NCLEX Review Question

Which of the following colloids is expensive but rapidly expands plasma volume?

a.Albumin
b.Dextran
c.Lactated Ringers
d.Hypertonic Saline

Correct Answer: A
Albumin
Rationale: Albumin is a colloid that requires human donors, is limited in supply, and can cause congestive heart failure.

Dextran
Rationale: Dextran is a colloid, synthetic plasma expander that interferes with platelet aggregation and is not recommended for hemorrhagic shock.

Lactated Ringers
Rationale: Lactated ringers is a crystalloid, not a colloid.

Hypertonic Saline
Rationale: Hypertonic saline is a crystalloid, not a colloid.

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