39. An elderly client is admitted with signs of dehydration, including dry mucous membranes and decreased urine output. Considering the most common causes in this age group, which factor should the nurse prioritize addressing to prevent further dehydration?
Read Details37. The health care provider has prescribed 900 mL of 0.9% NaCl IV over 4 hours. Infusion set has drop factor of 20 gtts/mL. What is the drip rate for this infusion? _________(Numeric Answer Only. Round to the nearest whole number.)
Read Details45. During an assessment, the nurse learns that an older client has been taking twice the prescribed amount of calcium supplements. The client reports fatigue, constipation, and decreased appetite. Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this client? (Select all that apply.)
Read Details11. A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is reviewing the plan of care with the registered nurse (RN) for a client diagnosed with hypervolemia. While reviewing the provider’s prescriptions, the LPN identifies which intervention will help reduce the client’s excess fluid volume?
Read Details14. A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of heart failure. The client reports increasing swelling in the hands and legs over the past two days. Assessment findings include 3+ pitting edema of the lower extremities, crackles in the lung bases, and a weight gain of 4 lb in the past 24 hours. Which nursing action should the nurse implement first to help reduce the client’s fluid volume excess?
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