Multiple Choice
A 72-year-old male patient with dehydration caused by an exacerbation of ulcerative colitis is receiving 5% dextrose in normal saline at 125 mL/hour.Which assessment finding by the nurse is most important to report to the health care provider?
A) Patient has not voided for the last 4 hours.
B) Skin is dry with poor turgor on all extremities.
C) Crackles are heard halfway up the posterior chest.
D) Patient has had 5 loose stools over the last 6 hours.
Correct Answer:
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