A nurse is caring for a patient after a bowel resection. The nurse plans assessment based on the knowledge that body fluids maintain balance through homeostasis, which includes what processes? (Select all that apply.)
a. Fluid intake
b. Fluid distribution
c. Fluid output
d. Fluid catabolism
A, B, C
Fluid homeostasis is the dynamic interplay of three processes: fluid intake and absorption, fluid distribution, and fluid output. Our daily fluid output consists of hypotonic sodium-containing fluid. To maintain fluid balance, we must have an intake of an equivalent amount of hypotonic sodium-containing fluid (water plus foods with some salt). Fluid is not catabolized (broken down into components to release energy) in the body.
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Which of the following statements is true about the differences in mental health problems between children and adults?
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In the initial visit to a recently discharged client with osteoporosis, the home health nurse will reinforce the priority topic of
a. diet low in phosphates. b. exercise regimen. c. hazards to home safety. d. medication administration.