Which intervention in a client with dehydration-induced confusion is most likely to relieve the confusion?
A. Measuring intake and output
B. Applying oxygen by mask or nasal cannula
C. Increasing the IV flow rate to 250 mL/hour
D. Placing the client in a high-Fowler's position
B
Dehydration most frequently leads to poor cerebral perfusion and cerebral hypoxia, causing confusion. Applying oxygen can reduce confusion, even if perfusion is still less than optimum. Increasing the IV flow rate would increase perfusion; however, depending on the degree of de-hydration, rehydrating the person too rapidly with IV fluids can lead to cerebral edema.
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