Which Condition in a Child Should Alert a Nurse for Increased

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which condition in a child should alert a nurse for increased fluid requirements?

• A) Fever
• B) Mechanical ventilation
• C) Congestive heart failure
• D) Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)

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Definitions:

Risk-prone Health Behavior

Actions that individuals may engage in that increase the risk of developing health problems.

Health-seeking Behaviors

Actions or activities undertaken by individuals aiming to maintain or improve their health status.

Independent Nursing Interventions

Actions taken by nurses that do not require a physician's order, aimed at fulfilling patient care needs.

Heart Failure

A chronic condition wherein the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, and fluid retention.