Nursing Care for Transfusion Reactions

What is the priority action for a client experiencing a possible transfusion reaction?

When would the nurse contact the physician after discontinuing a transfusion due to a possible reaction?

Why is slowing the rate of the transfusion not recommended in a suspected transfusion reaction?

What is the normal hourly urine output for an adult client in ml/kg?

A client weighing 70 kg is receiving IV fluids for dehydration. What minimum hourly urine output would indicate successful rehydration?

What is the most likely reason for a client presenting to the Emergency Department with vomiting and diarrhea for 4 days?

Which assessment finding would be most concerning for a client with prolonged vomiting and diarrhea?

Why is it important to monitor intravenous fluids and urine output for a client with vomiting and diarrhea?

What method may be used for fluid delivery, especially among older adults, when oral fluids are insufficient?

Which of the following medications is used to reduce fluid volume excess?

Why is potassium chloride administered to clients experiencing vomiting?

Which electrolyte is primarily responsible for regulating water balance in the body?

What is the main role of potassium in the body?

In what situation would intravenous fluids be ordered for a patient?

Why are antibiotics not employed in cases of fluid and electrolyte imbalance?

Which statement about potassium is incorrect?

What could the client's intake of only 2 glasses of water each day indicate?

Why is skin turgor considered a poor indicator of fluid balance in older clients?

What can elevated blood pressure indicate in the context of fluid balance?

How does body mass index (BMI) within normal limits relate to dehydration?

In what way can being overweight or obese relate to hydration status?

What does a poor intake of water in older adults often signal?

Which physiological change could explain a reduced thirst response in older adults?

What significant factor should be considered when assessing hydration in older adults?

Which pediatric clients are at the lowest risk for fluid and electrolyte imbalance?

What condition significantly increases the risk of insensible fluid loss in pediatric clients?

Which hydration practice is appropriate for children during exercise in the heat?

Which statement reflects a common misconception regarding child hydration during exercise?

Which of the following recommendations helps prevent heat-related illnesses in children during exercise?

What is a recommended combination for replenishing fluids lost during exercise?

What age group is indicated to have the highest risk for insensible fluid loss?

During what duration should children hydrate while exercising in hot conditions?

Which statement best describes the function of the peritoneum in peritoneal dialysis?

What is the main mechanism through which metabolic waste is eliminated during peritoneal dialysis?

Why might generalized weakness occur in a client with renal failure?

What is the role of the dialysate in peritoneal dialysis?

What could happen if the peritoneum were not semi-permeable?

Which statement is incorrect regarding the peritoneum during dialysis?

What primarily affects the rate of diffusion in peritoneal dialysis?

Which physiological process allows the removal of excess water during peritoneal dialysis?

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for fluid volume excess in a client receiving intravenous fluids?

The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing fluid volume deficit post hemodialysis. Which of the following clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to see?

What is the primary physiological effect of increased antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and aldosterone levels after surgery?

What is the rationale for the nursing assessment of the client's skin temperature and color in a client with fluid volume deficit?

What is the primary goal of fluid replacement in a client with fluid volume deficit?

Which of the following nursing interventions would be MOST appropriate for a client with fluid volume deficit following hemodialysis?

What is the most common cause of fluid volume excess in postoperative clients?

The nurse recognizes that the client's decreased urine output is a sign of fluid volume deficit. Which of the following is the MOST ACCURATE explanation for this finding?