Nursing assessment of clients taking vasopressin should include:
a. daily weight.
b. hourly intake and output.
c. hourly blood pressure.
d. every-two-hour neurological assessment.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Daily weights should be measured.
B Incorrect: Although intake and output should be monitored, it doesn't require this frequent monitoring.
C Incorrect: Although blood pressure should be monitored, it doesn't require this frequent monitoring.
D Incorrect: This is not needed in clients receiving vasopressin.
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