The paramedic is preparing a patient for air transport to a local stroke centre. In her left arm, the patient has an 18g IV running normal saline TKO. Which of the following courses of action should the paramedic consider prior to loading the patient in the airplane.
A. Discontinue the IV
B. Take no further action
C. Open roller clamp to provide extra fluid
D. Place any IV bags in a pressure infused cuff