The Set of Findings That Best Indicate That the Patient

question 15

Multiple Choice

The set of findings that best indicate that the patient with intestinal obstruction has achieved normal hydration is:

• A) Pulse and blood pressure are within the patient's norms, mucous membranes are moist, and fluid intake and output are equal.
• B) Pulse rate is strong (at least 60 beats/min), bowel sounds are normal, and a respiratory rate of 22 breaths/min is recorded.
• C) Blood pressure is within the patient's norm, the temperature is below normal, and adequate tissue turgor is observed.
• D) Mucous membranes are moist, the 24-hour fluid intake is higher than the 24-hour output, and the pulse rate is elevated.