ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Cloudy dialysate output. This finding should be reported to the provider because it could indicate infection or peritonitis, which are serious complications of peritoneal dialysis. Cloudy dialysate may contain bacteria or white blood cells, necessitating immediate medical attention. Abdominal discomfort during infusion (
B) is common and expected during peritoneal dialysis. Weight gain of 1 kg daily (
C) could be due to fluid retention, which is a known side effect of peritoneal dialysis. Mild constipation (
D) is not directly related to peritoneal dialysis and can be managed with appropriate interventions.
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