A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Has Moist Crackles (Rales)

question 23

Multiple Choice

A nurse assesses a client who has moist crackles (rales) in the lung bases, an increased respiratory rate, dyspnea, and 3+ edema of the ankles. Which is the most accurate nursing diagnosis for this client?

• A)Fluid volume deficit
• B)Fluid volume excess
• C)Impaired tissue integrity
• D)Altered tissue perfusion, renal

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