What Should the Nurse Use to Accurately Assess the Fluid

question 33

Multiple Choice

What should the nurse use to accurately assess the fluid status of a patient with ascites?

• A) Abdominal percussion
• B) Daily weights
• C) Measurement of abdominal girth
• D) Presence of peripheral edema

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