ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Exam 3 Questions
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An infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature
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A nurse in an emergency department is caring for an infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as the most reliable indicator of mild dehydration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Body weight. Body weight is the most reliable indicator of mild dehydration in infants as it directly reflects changes in fluid status. Infants with mild dehydration typically exhibit weight loss due to decreased body water content. A decrease in body weight is a sensitive and specific indicator of dehydration.
A: Irregular respiratory rate is not a reliable indicator of mild dehydration and may be present in various conditions.
B: Good skin integrity does not directly indicate dehydration and can be maintained even in dehydrated individuals.
C: Blood pressure elevation is a sign of severe dehydration rather than mild dehydration.
In summary, body weight is the most accurate indicator of mild dehydration in infants compared to the other choices provided.
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