24 Questions
What is a common method for assessing for fluid volume excess (FVE)?
Measuring I&O at regular intervals
How is pitting edema assessed?
By pressing a finger into the affected part to create an indentation
What is the recommended action for patients experiencing rapid weight gain?
Notify the healthcare provider
How should peripheral edema be monitored?
By measuring the circumference of the extremity with a tape measure
What is a common dietary intervention for patients with fluid volume excess (FVE)?
Sodium-restricted diet
Why are patients advised to avoid over-the-counter (OTC) medications without consulting a healthcare provider?
OTC medications may contain sodium
Where is the degree of edema monitored in ambulatory patients?
Feet and ankles
How is breath sounds assessed in at-risk patients?
At regular intervals
What should be considered if fluid retention persists despite adherence to a prescribed diet?
Hidden sources of sodium
What is the scale used to evaluate pitting edema?
1+ to 4+
Why are patients instructed to avoid OTC medications?
Due to potential sodium content
What region is assessed for edema in patients confined to bed?
Sacral region
What interventions are recommended for controlling hypervolemia?
Promoting rest, restricting sodium intake, monitoring parenteral fluid therapy, and administering appropriate medications
How does bed rest contribute to diuresis of fluid?
It diminishes venous pooling and increases effective circulating blood volume and renal perfusion
What can cause localized edema?
Rheumatoid arthritis
What is a common cause of increased extracellular fluid (ECF) volume?
Sodium retention
What triggers the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system in response to decreased cardiac output?
Low perfusion sensed by the kidneys
Which condition can result in ascites?
Cirrhosis
What is the goal of treatment for edema?
Preserve or restore the circulating intravascular fluid volume
What is a potential treatment for ascites?
Paracentesis
What type of medications could cause edema?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
What is a type of severe generalized edema?
Anasarca
What is the result of increased interstitial oncotic pressure?
Expansion of the interstitial fluid compartment
What should patients with FVE be taught to monitor?
Fluid intake and output (I&O) and body weight changes
Test your knowledge of nursing management for fluid volume excess (FVE) with this quiz. Assess your understanding of measuring intake and output, monitoring weight gain, and assessing breath sounds and edema in at-risk patients.
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