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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has isotonic fluid-volume deficit. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Isotonic fluid-volume deficit reduces blood volume, leading to a weak, thready pulse due to decreased cardiac output.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has acute gastroenteritis. Which of the following data collection findings should the nurse identify as the priority?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L is critically low and can cause life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias, requiring immediate intervention.

Question 3 of 5

Which is the most reliable method for monitoring improvement when restoring fluid balance?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Daily weights directly reflect changes in fluid retention or loss, providing the most reliable measure of fluid balance.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is preparing to administer dextrose 5% in water IV to infuse at 100 mL/60 min. The drop factor on the manual IV tubing is 60 gtt/mL. The nurse should set the IV flow rate to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round to the nearest whole number.)

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Using the formula Flow rate (gtt/min) = (Volume/Time) × Drop factor, 100 mL/60 min × 60 gtt/mL = 100 gtt/min.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is monitoring a client who has dehydration and is receiving IV fluid replacement. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as effectiveness of the treatment?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Urine output of 200 mL/4 hr (50 mL/hr) indicates improved kidney perfusion and hydration, suggesting effective treatment.

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