The Nurse Suspects Fluid Overload in an Infant Receiving Intravenous

question 55

Multiple Choice

The nurse suspects fluid overload in an infant receiving intravenous fluids.What clinical manifestation is suggestive of water intoxication?

• A) Oliguria
• B) Weight loss
• C) Irritability and seizures
• D) Muscle weakness and cardiac dysrhythmias

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Definitions:

Heart Attack

A medical condition characterized by the interruption of blood flow to a part of the heart, causing heart cells to be damaged or die, a major cardiovascular event.

The Abdomen

The part of the body between the thorax (chest) and pelvis, in humans and in other vertebrates, housing major digestive organs.

Extra Weight

Additional body mass that may come from fat, muscle, bone, and/or water retention, potentially impacting health.

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance found in all cells of the body, which is essential for the production of hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help digest foods.