You Are Caring for a Client with Sepsis

question 18

Multiple Choice

You are caring for a client with sepsis. What should you monitor closely to determine whether disseminated intravascular coagulation has occurred in the client?

• A) The client's mental status
• B) The client's vital signs
• C) The client's appetite and food intake
• D) The client's skin color

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Definitions:

Urine Specific Gravity

A measure of the concentration of solutes in the urine, reflecting the kidney's ability to concentrate urine.

Dehydration

A condition resulting from the excessive loss of body water, disrupting metabolic processes and potentially leading to serious health issues.

Bedpan

A device used for the toileting of a bedridden patient in a lying position, facilitating the collection of urine and feces.

Graduated Container

A container marked with measurements, used to accurately measure and dispense liquids or small granular substances.