The single best indicator of fluid status is the nurse's ...

[viki]

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

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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.

[viki]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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