What are benefits of dehydration for a person who is near death? (Select all that apply.)
a. Better gas exchange because of reduction of fluid in the lungs
b. Decreased need to suction because of reduction of respiratory secretions
c. Improved bowel elimination because of reduced bulk in the stool
d. Decreased pain related to release of endorphins
e. Improved drug distribution via the circulating volume
ANS: A, B, D
Bowel elimination and drug distribution are both reduced when the patient is dehydrated.
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