Pediatric Hesi Case Study Dehydration Questions and answers

Which assessment findings would lead the nurse to believe that Loc is moderately dehydrated? - ANSWER-Capillary refill of 4 seconds, dry mucous membranes, and HR of 160 bpm In order to obtain more information about his current status, which questions are a priority for the nurse to ask? - ANSWER-What was Loc's last weight Have you offered Loc any other fluids besides formula Based on the clients lab values, which type of dehydration does the nurse suspect? - ANSWER-Isonatremic Which intravenous fluids does the nurse anticipate Loc will receive for initial rehydration? - ANSWER-Normal saline as 100ml bolus over 20 minutes The nurse documents Loc's weight as 14lbs (6.4kg.) The HCP prescribes an IV infusion of 5% dextrose in 1/4 normal saline at 100ml over 20 minutes, to be infused at 8mL/kg/hr. How many milliliters of the prescribed solution should the RN infuse each hour? - ANSWER-50.88 How many calories per day is Loc consuming - ANSWER-480 Which intervention is most appropriate for the RN delegate to the PN? - ANSWER-Place a urine bag on the infant to collect a urine specimen Which is the most reliable indicator for fluid balance in the pediatric client? - ANSWER-Daily weigh