Asked by Gustavo Arredondo on Jun 30, 2024
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The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving intravenous (IV)fluids at a rate of 150 mL per hour.During her assessment,the nurse notes that the patient is having more labored respirations,and that crackles have developed in the patient's lungs.The nurse reduces the IV rate and notifies the physician.She does this while recognizing that the patient is experiencing signs of _______________.
Labored Respirations
Breathing that requires more effort than normal, often characterized by shortness of breath or struggling to breathe.
Crackles
Abnormal lung sounds heard through a stethoscope, often described as popping, crackling, or bubbling sounds, associated with conditions such as pneumonia or heart failure.
- Detect manifestations of fluid surplus and proper nursing responses.
Verified Answer
fluid volume excess
FVE is manifested by crackles in the lungs,shortness of breath,and edema.
Learning Objectives
- Detect manifestations of fluid surplus and proper nursing responses.
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