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You are caring for an older adult patient with fever, dehydration, and diarrhea. Which of the following do you anticipate will be used in treating this patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Lipoprotein
  2. Carbohydrates
  3. Minerals
  4. Electrolytes

Question 2

A document considered to be a legal record and hospital property is the:
 
  1. Kardex.
  2. medication card.
  3. armband.
  4. patient chart.


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

3, 4
Fluid/electrolyte mixtures and minerals are used in solutions to treat dehydration, electrolyte loss, and especially diarrhea.

Answer to Question 2

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The patient's chart is a legal record. It is the major source of information about the patient and the care received while in the hospital.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Wow, this really help

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