ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 III

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A nurse is providing teaching to a client and his partner about performing peritoneal dialysis at home. When discussing peritonitis, which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as the earliest indication of this complication?

A. Generalized abdominal pain B. Increased heart rate C. Cloudy effluent D. Fever

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Cloudy effluent is the earliest sign of peritonitis, indicating infection in the peritoneal cavity.

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