The Best Way to Evaluate the Weight of a Hospitalized

question 7

Multiple Choice

The best way to evaluate the weight of a hospitalized patient is

• A) at the same time as assessing the patient's vital signs.
• B) no more than once a week,to avoid measuring fluid shifts rather than true weight.
• C) by using a bed scale.
• D) while the patient is wearing a hospital gown,at the same time each day,and after voiding.

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