During a Focused Assessment, the Nurse Learns That a Patient

question 10

Essay

During a focused assessment, the nurse learns that a patient consumes one 1,000-mL box of wine each day. If the patient is using a 5-ounce glass, how many drinks should the nurse document that this patient consumes daily? Round your number to the nearest whole number.

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Definitions:

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