The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is Receiving

question 13

Short Answer

The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving intravenous (IV)fluids at a rate of 150 mL per hour.During her assessment,the nurse notes that the patient is having more labored respirations,and that crackles have developed in the patient's lungs.The nurse reduces the IV rate and notifies the physician.She does this while recognizing that the patient is experiencing signs of _______________.