HESI RN Fundamentals

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The nurse identifies several nursing problems for a client who is incontinent and immobile after a stroke and is now experiencing diarrhea. The client resides at home, and the spouse is the primary caregiver. While planning care, the nurse should determine which problem has the highest priority?

A. Bowel incontinence. B. Impaired bed mobility. C. Fluid volume deficit. D. Caregiver role strain.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Dehydration from diarrhea is life-threatening.

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