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craiczarry

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on: Jul 22, 2018
A nurse is providing care for a patient admitted with fluid volume overload. Which of the following would the nurse include in the patient's plan of care? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Provide diuretic therapy as ordered.
  2. Assess daily weights.
  3. Provide low-sodium diet.
  4. Document intake/outtake every shift.
  5. Encourage oral fluid of at least 2000 mL/d.

Question 2

Which of the following individuals is at increased risk for hypokalemia? Select all that apply.
 
  1. A 52-year-old with malnutrition
  2. A 61-year-old who has had a cerebral vascular accident
  3. A 65-year-old with coronary heart disease
  4. A 52-year-old who is in renal failure
  5. A 74-year-old with a nasogastric (NG) tube hooked to suction


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

ANS: 1, 2, 3, 4

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1, 5


craiczarry

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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