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    Ati Lpn Med Surg Electrolyte Proctored Exam(Delaware College)
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    A nurse in a community clinic is collecting data from a client who reports frequent vomiting and diarrhea for the past 3 days. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Poor skin turgor is a hallmark sign of dehydration, particularly in older adults. It occurs because the loss of interstitial fluid reduces skin elasticity, causing the skin to “tent” when pinched. B. Bradycardia is not typically associated with dehydration. In fact, tachycardia is more common as the body attempts to maintain cardiac output in response to decreased circulating volume. C. Pale yellow urine usually indicates adequate hydration. In dehydration, urine becomes concentrated and darker in color due to reduced renal perfusion and fluid loss. D. Hypotension develops when fluid loss significantly decreases circulating blood volume, reducing perfusion to organs and leading to dizziness, weakness, or syncope. E. Flat neck veins reflect decreased central venous pressure and intravascular volume, another sign of hypovolemia caused by prolonged vomiting and diarrhea.

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