A Patient Is in the Clinic Complaining of Nausea and Vomiting

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient is in the clinic complaining of nausea and vomiting that has lasted 2 to 3 days.The patient has dry oral mucous membranes,a blood pressure of 90/56 mm Hg,a pulse of 96 beats per minute,and a temperature of 38.8° C.The primary care NP notes a capillary refill of greater than 3 seconds.The NP should:

• A) obtain a complete blood count and serum electrolytes.
• B) prescribe a rectal antiemetic medication.
• C) admit to the hospital for intravenous (IV) rehydration.
• D) encourage the patient to take small, frequent sips of Gatorade.

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