A client has been on the medical–surgical unit for 3 days. The assessment findings reveal a respiratory rate of 28 and shallow apical pulse of 52, 1+ pitting edema in both lower extremities, and blood sugar of 66
Based on this information, the nurse has received orders to administer diuretics. Which condition is most likely responsible for the administration of diuretics by the nurse to the client? A) Respiratory distress
B) Bradycardia
C) Systemic edema
D) Hypoglycemia
C
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Diuretics are medications commonly given for systemic edema to increase the total loss of body fluids and salts via the kidneys. Diuretics are not administered for respiratory distress, bradycardia, or hypoglycemia.
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