A nurse is caring for a client in a clinic. Exhibits Select the 4 findings that indicate an Improvement in the client's condition.
Explanation & Rationale
A. Temperature: Previously 37.8°C (100°F), now 37.2°C (99°F) — back toward normal range, indicating reduced inflammation or illness. B. Mood: The client still reports irritability, so there's no significant improvement in mood. C. Weight: The client gained 3 kg (6.6 lb). In a previously underweight or unwell client, weight gain can indicate better nutritional status or recovery. D. Heart rate: Decreased from 120/min (tachycardia) to 95/min — still slightly elevated but much closer to normal, suggesting recovery or reduced stress/metabolic demand. E. Sleep pattern: The client now gets 7–8 hours of sleep and no longer reports fatigue, indicating restoration of rest and energy levels. F. Respiratory rate 16/min: This is within normal range, but it was already normal previously (18/min) — so no change, not a sign of improvement.