<prompt> A newborn presents in emergency in a state of shock. Which is the ideal fluid to be given to the newborn?Normal salineDextrose 5Ringer lactateDextrose 25  <response>: a. Normal salineRef: Nelsons 20e p 846For a newborn in shock, supportive treatment with type O Rh-negative blood or normal saline is indicated for hemorrhage or hypovolemia, respectively. 