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    Ati health assessment proctored exam 2

    A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the client is dehydrated?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Skin tenting, where the skin remains pinched after being pulled up, is a classic sign of dehydration due to a lack of adequate fluid in the tissues. B. Low body temperature is not typically associated with dehydration; instead, a fever or elevated temperature is more commonly seen with infection. C. High blood pressure (178/90 mm Hg) could indicate hypertension or another condition, but it is not a direct sign of dehydration. D. Jugular vein distention is more commonly associated with fluid overload, heart failure, or other circulatory issues, rather than dehydration.

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