A Physician Writes an Order to "Force Fluids

question 30

Multiple Choice

A physician writes an order to "force fluids." What will be the first action the nurse will take in implementing this order?

• A) Explain to the client why this is needed.
• B) Tell the client and family to increase oral intake.
• C) Decide how much fluid to increase each eight hours.
• D) Divide the intake so the largest amount is at night.

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Definitions:

Inventory

The total amount of goods and materials held by a company, intended for sale or used in the production of goods to be sold.

Rising Prices

A period or condition where the general level of prices for goods and services is increasing, often measured by indices such as the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

FIFO

First-In, First-Out, an inventory valuation method where goods or materials purchased first are the first to be sold or used.

LIFO

"Last In, First Out," an inventory valuation method where the last items added to inventory are considered sold first.