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The nurse is assessing a client at the change of shift. The client's respiratory rate has increased since the previous day.
 
  The nurse performs a focused assessment to determine if the client has other manifestations of fluid excess, such as:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Weight loss
  2. Cool extremities
  3. Edema
  4. Hypertension
  5. Periorbital edema

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While conducting an assessment interview regarding stress and coping patterns, the nurse identifies the following questions that will encourage the client to communicate information: Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. How do you usually handle stressful situations?
  2. How would you describe yourself as a person?
  3. Do you like your work?
  4. What are your strengths in relationships?
  5. Are you having any stress at work?



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Answer to Question 1

3,4,5
Rationale: Fluid volume deficit may manifest itself with weight loss

Answer to Question 2

1,2,4
Rationale: This open-ended question encourages the client to describe behaviors with more than a one- or two-word answer.




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


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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