When examining the skin of a client who is dehydrated due to fluid losses from the gastrointestinal tract, which of the following would be most important?
A) Checking if the skin is discolored
B) Checking if the mucous membranes are dry
C) Examining the sclera if it is yellow
D) Observing for distended abdominal veins
B
Feedback:
Mucous membranes may be dry, and skin turgor may be poor in clients suffering from dehydration as a result of fluid losses from the GI tract. Checking the skin for discoloration and inspecting the sclera if it is yellow is taken into consideration when the client could have symptoms of jaundice, not fluid losses. Distended abdominal veins are not associated with dehydration.
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