What solution is recommended for administering Sodium Nitroprusside?

The recommended solution for administering Sodium Nitroprusside is D5W (5% dextrose in water). This is because Sodium Nitroprusside is a light-sensitive medication that needs to be protected from light to prevent degradation and loss of efficacy. D5W is isotonic and offers a suitable medium to dissolve the compound, ensuring better stability during administration.

Additionally, D5W helps to prevent hypotension that could be caused by administering Sodium Nitroprusside with hypotonic solutions, as it provides a necessary caloric source and helps maintain patient’s glucose levels during the infusion. Intravenous fluids that do not provide a sufficient isotonic background could lead to unwanted side effects or reduced therapeutic effects when administering this medication.

Other solutions such as normal saline or Ringer's lactate may be suitable for other purposes but do not offer the specific protective and metabolic benefits of D5W for Sodium Nitroprusside. Tap water is not appropriate for intravenous use and could lead to serious complications, making D5W the superior choice in this context.