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For volume expansion in the pediatric patient, a rapid bolus of _______ should be given initially followed by additional boluses if needed.

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Final answer:

Fluid bolus is given for volume expansion in pediatric patients, and intravenous fluids are given to a dehydrated human patient.

Step-by-step explanation:

For volume expansion in the pediatric patient, a rapid bolus of fluid should be given initially followed by additional boluses if needed.

When a dehydrated human patient needs to be given fluids intravenously, intravenous (IV) fluids are usually administered.

Dehydrated, intravenous fluids, bolus

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