Fluids & Electrolytes Nursing (NCLEX)

• 1. On morning assessment of your patient in room 2502 who has severe burns. You notice that fluid is starting to accumulate in his abdominal tissue. You note that his weight has not changed and his intake and output is equal. What do you suspect?* o A. Third spacing o B. This is normal and expected after a burn and it is benign o C. Document this finding as non-pitting abdominal edema. o D. Intravascular compartment syndrome • 2. Which patient is at more risk for an electrolyte imbalan...