ATI RN
ATI Fundamental Exams Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has fluid overload. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: The correct answer is C, D, and E. Fluid overload leads to an increase in circulating volume, causing the heart to work harder, resulting in an increased heart rate (
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To compensate for the excess fluid, the body increases respiratory rate (
D) to eliminate the excess fluid through the lungs. Additionally, fluid overload can lead to an increase in blood pressure (E) due to the increased volume in the circulatory system.
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A: Increase hematocrit - Fluid overload dilutes blood, leading to a decrease in hematocrit, not an increase.
B: Increased temperature - Fluid overload does not directly affect body temperature; this finding is not related to fluid overload.
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