Author Question: The single best indicator of fluid status is the nurse's assessment of the client's: 1. Skin ... (Read 74 times)

viki · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The single best indicator of fluid status is the nurse's assessment of the client's:

1. Skin turgor
2. Intake and output
3. Serum electrolyte levels
4. Daily weight

Question 2

For a child who has ingested the remaining contents of an aspirin bottle, the nurse suspects signs and symptoms consistent with:

1. Metabolic acidosis
2. Metabolic alkalosis
3. Respiratory acidosis
4. Respiratory alkalosis

Carissamariew · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4
Daily weights are the single most important indicator of fluid status. Skin turgor is a measure of hydration, as are intake and output. Serum electrolyte levels help monitor fluid status; however, daily weights are the single best indicator of a client's fluid status.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4
A salicylate overdose may cause respiratory alkalosis because of hyperventilation. Aspirin over-dose is not associated with metabolic acidosis, metabolic alkalosis or respiratory acidosis.