What actions should a nurse implement to correctly assess the progress of ascites on a daily basis?
a. Daily weights and abdominal girth mea-surements
b. Intake-output and electrolyte levels
c. Blood pressure and pulse
d. Daily temperatures and oxygen levels
A
Daily weights and abdominal girth measurements will accurately measure the fluid accumulating in the peritoneal cavity.
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