Physiological IntegrityQuestion 66 of 120
A client is admitted with dehydration. Which finding supports this diagnosis?
a.Bounding pulses and edema
b.Dry mucous membranes and poor skin turgor
c.Crackles in the lungs
d.Distended neck veins
Explanation
Dry mucous membranes and poor skin turgor are classic signs of fluid volume deficit. Bounding pulses, edema, crackles, and distended neck veins indicate fluid overload. Assessing hydration status guides fluid therapy.
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