A Client Diagnosed with Acute Glomerulonephritis Has Pitting Edema in Both

A client diagnosed with acute glomerulonephritis has pitting edema in both lower extremities, blood pressure of 170/80 mm Hg, and proteinuria.  When developing a plan of care for this client, the nurse should include which most accurate indicator of fluid loss or gain?

A) Blood pressure measurements
B) Daily weight measurements
C) Intake and output measurements
D) Severity of pitting edema

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