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gbarreiro

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While reviewing an adult patient's chart, a nurse notes average daily intake of fluids as 2,000 mL/day. What will the nurse do based on this information?
 
  A) Change the plan of care to include forcing fluids.
  B) Ask the patient to drink more water during the day.
  C) Post a sign limiting fluids to 1,000 mL each 24 hours.
  D) Continue with care; this is a normal fluid intake.

Question 2

Which of the following is a recommended guideline nurses follow when using an electric heating pad on a patient?
 
  A) Secure the heating pad to the patient's clothing with safety pins.
  B) Place a heavy towel or blanket over the heating pad to maximize heat effects.
  C) Use a heating pad with a selector switch that can be turned up by the patient if needed.
  D) Place a heating pad anteriorly or laterally to, not under, the body part.


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bookworm410

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D


gbarreiro

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

nathang24

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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