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    Ati med surg proctored exam

    A nurse is preparing to obtain a daily weight from a client who has chronic kidney disease. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Balance the scale at minus two before weighing the client: Scales should always be zeroed before use to ensure accuracy, not preset to minus two. Incorrect scale preparation would give inaccurate weight readings, making this an inappropriate action. B. Weigh the client after he has voided: Daily weights are the best indicator of fluid balance in clients with chronic kidney disease. Weighing after voiding ensures consistency and accuracy by reducing variation caused by bladder volume. C. Obtain the weight each day at a time most convenient for the client: Weights should be taken at the same time every day, preferably in the morning before breakfast, to maintain accuracy. Choosing times based only on convenience can result in inconsistent measurements. D. Use any available scale to weigh the client: The same scale should always be used for daily weights, as different scales may give slightly different readings. Switching between scales would compromise the accuracy of weight monitoring.

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