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misspop

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on: Jul 22, 2018
When fluid accumulates in tissue spaces, the resulting condition is called
 
  a. edema c. decompartmentalizat ion
  b. dehydration d. fluid insufficiency

Question 2

The nurse is unable to obtain information from the client and knows the BEST secondary source of client information is which of the following?
 
  a. client c. close friends
  b. client records d. neighbors


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Shshxj

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The balance of fluid between plasma and interstitial fluid is regulated by hydrostatic pressure (blood pressure) and osmotic pressure. Edema occurs when fluid accumulates in the interstitial fluid compartment.

Answer to Question 2

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Secondary sources are considered to be family members, other health care providers, and medical records.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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