Which clinical manifestation in a client with dehydration indicates the need for oxygen therapy?
A. Tenting of skin on the back of the hand
B. Increased urine osmolarity
C. Weight loss of 10 pounds
D. Pulse rate of 115 bpm
D
Severe dehydration can decrease circulating volume and decrease cardiac output, placing vital organs at risk for hypoxia, anoxia, and ischemia. Whenever cardiac output is decreased with de-hydration, oxygen therapy is indicated.
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