A Client Has Been Admitted for Acute Dehydration, Secondary to Nausea

question 24

Multiple Choice

A client has been admitted for acute dehydration, secondary to nausea and diarrhoea. When is the best time for the nurse to conduct this client's interview?

• A) After the client has been medicated.
• B) After the client has settled in and been oriented.
• C) When the family is available to help.
• D) As soon as the client gets to the floor.

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