The nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a colloid infusion. For which reason should the nurse notify the health care provider?
1. A normal body temperature
2. Urine output of 35 mL/hour
3. Cough and wheezing
4. Abnormally dry skin
Answer: 3
1. A client who is experiencing a reaction to a colloid solution will have an increased temperature.
2. Urine output of 35 mL/hour is acceptable.
3. Cough and wheezing are an indication that the client is experiencing fluid overload and has excess fluid accumulating in the lungs.
4. The client in shock might have dry skin until lost fluids have been replaced.
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