<prompt> Initial resuscitation of a trauma patient is best done by administration of which of the following?D5WD5W and 0.45 normal salineRingers lactate solution5 plasma protein solution  <response>: - Initial resuscitation of a trauma patient is best done by administering Ringers lactate, because it is isotonic, and it is similar to plasma in electrolyte composition. - There is no conclusive evidence that colloid solutions albumin, plasma protein solution, or hydroxyethyl starch solution improve the rate of resuscitation or eventual outcome. -D5W and 0.45 normal saline are hypotonic hence not used in this case. - Use of crystalloid solutions also aids in resuscitation of interstitial compament 