Multiple Choice
The nurse is assessing a client that has an underlying cardiac disease and a draining wound, all of which requires careful monitoring of his fluid balance. Which of the following methods for evaluating his wound drainage would be most appropriate for assessing fluid loss?
A) Draw a circle around the area of drainage on a dressing.
B) Classify drainage as less or more than the previous drainage.
C) Weigh the client at the same time each day on the same scale.
D) Weigh dressings before they are applied and after they are removed.
Correct Answer:
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