The nurse has developed a plan of care for a 12-month-old hospitalized with dehydration as a result of rotavirus. Which intervention would the nurse include in the plan of care?
A) Encouraging the infant to drink fruit juice
B) Offering Kool-Aid or popsicles as tolerated
C) Encouraging milk products to boost calorie intake
D) Maintaining the intravenous fluid rate as ordered
D
Response:
The nurse should maintain the intravenous line and administer the IV fluid as ordered to maintain fluid volume. High-carbohydrate fluids like fruit juice, Kool-Aid, and popsicles should be avoided as they are low in electrolytes, increase simple carbohydrate consumption, and can decrease stool transit time. Milk products should be avoided during the acute phase of illness as they may worsen diarrhea.
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