A Nurse Teaches Clients at a Community Center About Risks

question 11

Multiple Choice

A nurse teaches clients at a community center about risks for dehydration.Which client is at greatest risk for dehydration?

• A) A 36-year-old who is prescribed long-term steroid therapy
• B) A 55-year-old receiving hypertonic intravenous fluids
• C) A 76-year-old who is cognitively impaired
• D) An 83-year-old with congestive heart failure

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Definitions:

Safety Stock

Additional inventory held to protect against uncertainties in demand or supply, ensuring sufficient stock is available to meet customer needs.

Service Level

A measure of the quality of service provided, often defined as the percentage of customer demands that are met on time.

Reorder Period

The time interval between placing orders for inventory replenishment to ensure consistent supply without incurring stockouts or excessive holding costs.

Safety Stock

Inventory kept on hand to protect against fluctuations in demand or supply, ensuring that there are sufficient units available to meet customer needs.