Exam 16: Fluid and Electrolyte Replacement

The nurse is administering intravenous fluids to a patient who is dehydrated.On the second day of care,the patient's weight is increased by 2.25 pounds.The nurse would expect that the patient's fluid intake has

A patient is taking a thiazide diuretic and reports anorexia and fatigue.The nurse suspects which electrolyte imbalance in this patient?

The nurse is caring for a patient who has had severe vomiting.The patient's serum sodium level is 130 mEq/L.The nurse will expect the patient's provider to order which treatment?

The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a patient who is newly admitted to the intensive care unit.The nurse reviews the patient's admission electrolytes and notes a serum potassium level of 2.9 mEq/L.Which action by the nurse is correct?

A patient is admitted with orthopnea,cough,pulmonary crackles,and peripheral edema.The patient's urine specific gravity is 1.002.The nurse will expect this patient's provider to order which treatment?