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NCLEX Fluid & Electrolyte Exam Questions and Answers A Score
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- NCLEX Fluid & Electrolyte Exam Questions and Answers A Score 
 
What is the nurse's primary concern regarding fluid & electrolytes when caring for an elderly pt who is intermittently confused? 
1. risk of dehydration 
2. risk of kidney damage 
3. risk of stroke 
4. risk of bleeding - Answer: 1 
 
Rationale 1: As an adult ages, the thirst mechanism declines. Adding this in a pt with an altered level of consciousness, there is an increased risk of dehydration & high serum osmolality. 
Rationale 2...
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